Pre-School Cancelled

March 1, 2021

West Branch Board of Education
Special Meeting -- Executive Session
March 1, 2021 -- 6:00 p.m.

Zoom Meeting

To be held in executive session
to discuss employment and compensation
of a school employee.  No action will be taken.

West Branch Board of Education Meeting

Thursday, February 18, 2021

Work Session -- 5:30 p.m.
Regular Meeting -- 6:30 p.m.

Will Be Held In High School Cafeteria
Please enter the doors between the band room & guidance office (center doors in front  of the building).
 

West Branch CLOSED
 

Wednesday, February 17, 2021
 

Special Board Meeting

February 13, 2021 -- WBHS
8:00 a.m.
Executive Session Only

Warrior Head Fundraiser




Orders Being Taken Through February 26, 2021
$40 Each

Order Form

Proceeds to Benefit Staff Relations
 

West Branch High School
Presents
Fiddler on the Roof

February 26 - 28, 2021

Friday & Saturday Shows -- 7:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday Matinees -- 2:00 p.m.
Adults -- $12     Students/Seniors --- $10

All Seats Reserved -- Socially Distanced Seats Each Performance

Tickets @ www.WBMusic.org

Click for Additional Information

John Krizay Scholarship Now Available
Offered by the Sebring/West Branch Community Foundation
Deadline -- February 28, 2021

Criteria -- 2.5 GPA and/or a Composite Score of 18 on the ACT

Approximately 20 Scholarships Awarded Annually

Application

Menus for January 27
K - 7 Students -- Salisbury Steak, Rice/Gravy, Green Beans, Multi Grain Roll, Diced Pears
8 - 12 Students -- Spaghetti & Meatballs, Mixed Green Salad, Garlic Bread, Jello with Fruit, Fruit Cup

Menus for January 28
K - 7 -- Warrior Sub, Waffle Fries, Baby Carrots, Strawberries
8 - 12 -- Hot Italian Sub, French Fries, Vegetables & Dip, Fresh Fruit, Cookie

 

West Branch Two Hour Delay

January 20, 2021

This is a follow up to the video that Mrs. Egli, Acting Superintendent placed on the West Branch Schools' Facebook Page.
Below please find copies of the documents she was referencing.

Department of Health Fact Sheet

OHSAA Guidelines

Upcoming Board Meetings


Wednesday, January 13th -- Organizational Meeting
7:00 p.m.
High School Auditorium -- Live-Streamed

West Branch Staff
Wishing You
Happy Holidays
    

Free & Reduced Lunch Application

Link to Complete Lunch Form -- https://www.westbranch.k12.oh.us/Content2/244

Fruit Sale

FFA Currently Has Available
 Navel Oranges, Apples,
Red Grapefruit  and Clementines

Please call the High School @ 330-938-2183, Ext. 37357.
Pick Up During Regular School Hours

Attention West Branch Students

Meals (Breakfasts & Lunches) Are Available
Tuesday, December 15th and Thursday, December 17th
Orders Due by 8:00 a.m. on Monday, December 14th.

Please Complete this Google Form

Meals scan be picked up at five different locations
on December 15 & 17  from 10:00 - 12:00.
Please indicate which location you will be picking up your meals.

Orders Must Be Placed Each Week

Posting of Vacancies

• Cashier (Breafast & Lunch) @ West Branch High School
   
• Varsity Boys' Soccer Coach (2021 - 2022 School Year)
   
• Substitutes -- Teachers, Aides, Bus Drivers, Cashiers/Cooks, Custodians, Nurse
  
  All applications for Cashier & Boys' Soccer Coach should be turned in to Mrs Egli (Micki.Egli@WBWarriors.org) by no later than 4:00 p.m. on December 18th.
  
  Applications can be found under the employment tab, which is located on the District tab near the top of our webpage.  For information please contact Mona McNeely at 330-938-9324.

Congratulations Mr. Keven Williams, Custodian at West Branch Intermediate and Middle School for being selected as the Alliance Review's Make the Grade Difference Maker for December.

Click Here to see The Alliance Review Article

 

Saturday, December 19, 2020
High School Auditorium

8:00 - 9:00 a.m. -- Work Session
9:00 a.m. -- Regular Meeting

Both sessions are open to the public.
Masks, temperature screening, and social distancing will be required.
Meeting will also be streamed via Facebook Live.

Below please find a guide to assist you in determining the correct level of service needed for out-patient evaluation for Covid-19, flu and colds.

MercyHealth Guide

Salem Regional Medical Center

Special Board Meeting -- Zoom
Monday, November 30, 2020
4:00 p.m.

(Closed  due to COVID-19 CDC & ODH Recommendations)

Zoom Meeting
 

Boys' Basketball Teams Up With Zeps Pizza

Monday, November 30th

10% of Your Bill Will Be Donated to Boys' Basketball by
showing a flyer, showing it on your smartphone or telling the cashier you are
supporting the West Branch Boys' Basketball Program.

 

This November our 5th grade Computer Apps class from West Branch Middle School used their keyboarding, word processing, and graphics skills to write letters of gratitude to deployed service members. We sent 80 letters to share our appreciation.

“Every year, Operation Gratitude sends 300,000+ individually addressed Care Packages to Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen deployed overseas, to their children left behind, and to First Responders, New Recruits, Veterans, Wounded Heroes, and their Care Givers. Each package contains snacks, hygiene products, entertainment, and handmade items, as well as personal letters of support.

Through Collection Drives, Letter Writing Campaigns, Craft Projects, and Care Package Assembly Events, Operation Gratitude provides civilians anywhere in America a way to say “Thank You” through active, hands-on volunteerism.”

Here is a link if you would like to take some time while you are at home for Thanksgiving to join us: https://www.operationgratitude.com/express-your-thanks-virtual/  

Mrs. Egli - Acting Superintendent 
Remote Learning Update

Letter

West Branch High School Will Be Remote Learning
November 10 through November 16, 2020

After working closely with the Health Departments in both Columbiana and Mahoning Counties, it has been determined that a large number of high school students have been in close contact to positive COVID-19 cases.  Therefore, beginning on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, students in Grades 8 - 12 will begin remote learning.  It is our plan to resume face to face instruction on Tuesday, November 17, 2020.

All students in Grades Pre-School through seventh grade, as well as MCCTC students will attend school as normal.  

Letter from Micki Egli, Acting Superintendent
Students' Expectations
Schedule
 

Veterans' Day Salute 

West Branch Local Schools would like to honor all Veterans
with a "Thank You" Drive-Thru.

November 11, 2020
West Branch High School South Parking Lot
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Please drive up to the Fieldhouse Lobby doors to receive a small token of our appreciation.
You will not even have to exit your car.
Video will also be posted on the District Website on November 11th.

2021 - 2022 STEM (Project Lead the Way) Campaign

We are asking your help to continue and grow our STEM classes.

Newsletter
Sponsorship Letter
Sponsorship Opportunities
 

Due to the spread of Covid-19, Warrior Explosion has been cancelled for the winter.  The Music Department will look into having it in the Spring.

Warrior Softball Fundraiser @ Chipotle

1630 State Street -- Alliance
Tuesday, November 3
4:00 -- 8:00

Take in flyer, show it on your phone or tell the cashier for
the softball team to earn their proceeds.
Order online, use code 4GZJE93in promo field before checking out.

Flyer

Early Learning Center & Intermediate School
Spirit Sale

Clothing

Wooden Items

Sale Ends November 4th

Welcome Home to One of Our Parents

 

Treasurer Search

Thursday, October 22nd the Board of Education accepted the resignation of Julia Rozsnyai, Treasurer.  Her resignation will be effective November 27, 2020.

Therefore West Branch Local School District is currently searching for a Treasurer.  All interested candidates should submit their information to Mrs. Micki Egli, Acting Superintendent by November 6, 2020 (Micki.Egli@WBWarriors.org).

 

Emergency Board Meeting

October 20, 2020
5:30 p.m.
Executive Session Only

Consideration of the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline of a public employee, or official; investigation of charges or complaints against a public employee; discussion, with the Board's legal counsel, of disputes involving the Board that are the subject of pending or imminent court action. 
No action will be taken.

Thursday, October 22, 2020

All conferences will be held remotely this year!

Conferences are held to develop a better understanding of a student's progress and will be of mutual benefit as we work together on behalf of each student.

Some parents have already received conference requests, if not please contact your respective building and request a specific time for a conference.

West Branch Football
Playoff Ready

Warrior Football News


Special thank you to Matt Manley and Josh Steer for their work in creating the video!

The WBLSD Board of Education will hold the October meeting on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.

Please see below:
West Branch Local School District
Board of Education Meeting -- COVID-19

Public Participation:  The District will livestream the meeting via Facebook utilizing the districts Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/WBLSD/ and physical attendance by non-invited personnel will not be permitted.

West Branch Warrior Football
EBC Champs Shirt/Sweatshirt
October 12 - October 21, 2020

Order Here
 

One View Issues

We are experiencing issues with One View.  

We apologize if you are currently trying to update your child's
emergency medical forms at this time.

One View is currently working on the issues and will hopefully have 
them resolved soon.  Thanks for your patience.

West Branch Boys' Basketball
Open Gym and Tryouts

Grades 7 -12

Open Gym @ High School - Thursday, October 29 from 5:30 - 7:30 
Tryouts @ High School - Saturday, October 31 from 1:00 - 3:00

Updated List of Coaches and Additional Details from Coach Brown
 

Covid Frequently Asked Questions

Attention All Parents

West Branch Buses Running Late
October 5, 2020

Due to an accident (not school related) all buses
are running late.

Ellett Road Entrance Closed

Wednesday, September 30, 2020
Beginning at 4:15 p.m.

Due to Cross Country Meet

Thanks in advance for your cooperation and understanding.

Congratulations to the Fall Homecoming Court! The Queen will be crowned Friday night before the game vs. Canton South.  Candidates include:

Destany Blake, Emma Egli, Gabby Harrison, Alaya Kiser, Sidney Milliken, Jaci Thomas, Riley Tuel

Community Activity Flyers

This year we will not be sending flyers home with our students for community activities. 
All activities sponsored by Little Warrior Programs and other community sports programs,
Boy Scouts, YMCA, etc. will be posted on our website
under the Community Tab.  The Community Tab is a pull down menu 
that is located toward the top of our website.

Updates from Mrs. Egli
Acting Superintendent
September 23, 2020

Spirit Week
September 28 - October 2

 

• 9/28 Hat Day
• 9/29 Sports Day (favorite sports apparel)
• 9/30 Pajama Day
• 10/1 Pink Day (support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month)
• 10/2 Green and White

Sale -- September 9 -18

Pick Up Day -- September 23, 2020

8" Pot -- $6

(Choice of Chelsey Coral, Danielle Purple, Danielle Red,
Igloo Cool, Igloo Pumpkin, Edana Red, Gigi SNow,
Hailey Orange, Yolanda Yellow)

Plants Grown & Provided by Rivers Bend Farm Market

Sponsored by West Branch High School Environmental Club
& National Honor Society.
 

West Branch Local Schools observed Patriot Day with a moment of silence and flying all flags at half staff.  Today marks the 19th year anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon, and United Airlines Flight 193, which crashed in Pennsylvania.

 

Please review the updated information regarding the start of school.

Parent Guide

We are experiencing issues with Google and are currently working to fix the issues.  Most Warrior Academy students will not be able to log in at this time.  We hope to have the issue resolved by noon.  Thanks for your patience.

Mr. Schlueter, Principal Welcomes the Students Back

Safety Precautions & Procedures

Mr. Yeagley, Principal

Beginning of School
Staggered Starts
 

Students in Grades 1-12 will start school on a staggered start plan.

Students with a last name beginning A-J will attend on Wednesday, September 9.

Students with a last name beginning K-Z will attend on Thursday, September 10.

All 1-12 grade students will attend on Friday, September 11.

Kindergarten students will start school a week later, using a staggered start plan.

Students with a last name beginning A-J will attend on Monday, September 14.

Students with a last name beginning K-Z will attend on Tuesday, September 15.

All kindergarten students will attend on Wednesday, September 16.

The National School Lunch Program is temporarily offering students free meals (breakfast and lunch). According to the USDA, students will have free meals until December 31, 2020, or until funding runs out to help children have nutritious food as the country recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Beginning on our first day of school, all students K-12 may receive a free tray. Students are encouraged to still have money on their PaySchools account for additional purchases such as snacks, extra entrees, extra milk, etc. 

Free and Reduced School Meal Applications are available on our website (PayForIt.net, located under Parent Tab, Cafeteria & Fee On Line Payment) for the 2020-2021 school year.  We encourage all eligible families to fill out the application in order to be ready to resume the Free and Reduced School Lunch program and for other qualifying purposes. 

Cafeteria Menu -- September 9 - September 11

Wednesday, September 9^th
Breakfast – Pop Tart, Fruit, Juice
Lunch – Pizza Hut Pizza, Green Beans, Hash Brown, Diced Peaches

Thursday, September 10^th
Breakfast – Flapstick, Fruit, Juice
Lunch – Chicken Patty on a Bun, Lettuce & Tomato, Carrots/Cucumbers, Pasta Salad, Assorted Fruit

Friday, September 11^th
Breakfast – Cereal, Teddy Grahams, Fruit
Lunch – Mini Corn Dog, Mixed Green Salad, Corn, Fruit

Welcome Back
 

Welcome to the West Branch Early Center
August 31, 2020
 

West Branch Board of Education
Special Board Meeting -- ZOOM Meeting

Tuesday, September 1, 2020
6:00 p.m.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84125576855?pwd=TWNWd25HREcrRW9GQjkrdy9SQys0dz09

West Branch Board of Education is currently accepting applications to fill the unexpired term of School Board Member John Wallace.  If interested, please complete and return the application along with a one page summary explaining why you want to serve on the board to Treasurer Julia Rozsnyai by no later than 3:00 p.m. on September 4th.

Applicants must be a registered voter and district resident.  The newly appointed school board member will serve until December 31, 2021 and will have to seek election to continue in the post. 

                                                                                                                                    Application

Attention Class of 2021

Reserve Your Parking Space
$20

Information
 

West Branch High School & Middle School
2020 Athletic Attendance/Spectators' Policy

Policy

Important Reminders and Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Information

2020 FAQ Sheet
 

2020 - 2021 Beginning of School Essential Information

Drop Off & Pick Up Times
Latch Key Information
Open Houses/Orientations

2020-2021 Information

Additional information will be posted later this week.
 

Finance Committee Application and Selection Process

Community members who are interested in learning more about financial issues impacting West Branch Local School District should send a letter of interest and the attached application to the Treasurer by September 10th. 

Committee members will be selected and approved by the Board for a two year term at the September regular Board meeting and the Treasurer will be in touch with you shortly after that meeting. 

Download Finance Committee Application
 

Please complete the survey below for each student enrolled.

2020-2021 Survey
 

Warrior Academy Supply Lists

Kindergarten - Fifth Grade
Warrior Academy students will have a different supply/materials list for online schooling via the Warrior Academy.  If you are planning to utilize this option, please do not purchase materials listed for traditional West Branch students.  Many of the items needed are common household items such as 'milk jugs' and 'paper plates'.

Grades Sixth - Twelfth
These students will not need additional supplies.

Due to unforeseen circumstances not related to COVID 19, we are going to have to cancel kindergarten screening on August 4-5.  We are terribly sorry for the inconvenience that this will cause some of you. 

We will put more information out regarding new screening dates as we get closer to the school year.

Cross Country T-Shirts Available

Order Here

$11 per shirt

West Branch has released an update on school for this fall.  Please look at the Reset and Restart block on the webpage -- http://westbranch.k12.oh.us.
 

                Prom

For the health and safety of our students the prom, which was tentatively scheduled for August 1st, is now cancelled.

We apologize for the inconvenience but we have to think of everybody's health during this trying time.  Thanks for your understanding.

New Student Registration

All new student registration is currently online.

If you currently have a student enrolled at West Branch, you will need to log into your Online Forms/One View and enroll a new student.

If you are new to the district, you will need to complete new student registration.  This can be found under the "Parent" pull down menu at the top of this page.  First you will need to set up an account with your information, and then add a new student.
 

Middle School (7th & 8th Grade) Volleyball

Open Gym
@ Middle School

July 15, 16 & 21, 2020
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
 

Tryouts
Monday, August 3 - Friday, August 7
Eighth Grade -- 8:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m.
Seventh Grade -- 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
(Anyone trying out must have their physical completed.)

Anyone interested in playing should contact Coach DeShields at
Penny.DeShields@WBWarriors.org.  Please include your full name,
phone number where you can be reached and what grade
you are in.
                                     

Sports Physicals
(Fall Athletes Must have one by August 1st)

Everett Health Center
Tuesday, July 14th -- By Appointment
12:00 - 4:00
$20 (All other days $40)

Hometown Urgent Care
1939 West State Street
Alliance -- 330-238-4455
$35 -- No Appointment Necessary

Physical packets are available in high school office or online at 

https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/sportshub2-uploads-prod/files/sites/336/2019/05/12172928/2020_21-Physical-Form.pdf
 

Student Accident & Health Insurance

If your child needs insurance, West Branch has made arrangements with Guarantee Trust Life Insurance to provide student accident and health insurance for those wishing to purchase coverage this year. 

Insurance Application

IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR 7^TH AND 12^TH GRADE ENTRY

The Ohio Department of Health requires all students prior to entering 7^th and 12^th grades receive immunization updates.  The required immunizations are as follows:

7^th Grade:  Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap) booster and a Meningitis (MCV4) vaccine

12^th Grade: A second dose of Meningitis (MCV4) vaccine or may be the first dose if it’s given after the age of 16.

Documentation of having received these vaccines must be provided to the school or provide a medical, religious, or philosophical exemption form. (Ohio Revised Code 3701.13)

Way to go CBI Warriors!  Shout out to Mr. Davis for his approach to this much needed recognition...Here is the link to the Salem News Article (Click Here)

West Branch Parents

We Need Your Input

Please complete this survey regarding school re-opening in the Fall.
 

Fall 2020

Congratulations to the Class of 2020

Graduation Ceremony

 

Online Summer School Credit Recovery
(High School & Middle School Students Failing a Core Subject)

June 15 - July 10, 2020

All Classes Online

High School Information & Registration

Middle School Information & Registration

$150 per 1 credit course/$75 per .5 credit course

Registration Forms & Payment Due by Friday, June 12th by Noon.
Limited Amount of Seats -- First Come, First Served
 

The Rebecca Bricker Memorial Scholarship Committee will award two scholarships to a college junior or senior majoring in Elementary Education.  Majors such as art, music, speech, etc. may be considered by the committee.  

Below please find the forms that must be completed and returned to the Superintendent's Office by no later than July 15th.

Application

Attention Seventh - Twelfth Grade Students

Virtual Career Fair
Over 100 Careers on this YouTube Channel

Virtual Career Fair

Student Letter
Career Choices

Please use the following lists when shopping for school supplies for the 2020-2021 school year.

Early Learning Center (K - 2)
Third Grade
Fourth Grade
Fifth Grade
Sixth Grade
Seventh Grade
Eighth Grade

West Branch Middle School had a great day saying goodbye to all the students who came out to wave goodbye for the summer.  We had 104 cars filled with students and families saying goodbye.  Thanks to the students, families, community, staff, and the great weather!

Keeping You Informed

Board Actions & Updates

May 28, 2020

West Branch Athletic Summer Protocols
June 3rd Until Fall Practices Begin

Attached please find the protocols for summer coni​​​​​​ditioning
due to the State mandates for  the Coronavirus.

Protocols
 

We are excited about our students' and their accomplishments.  We are pleased to present our Virtual Awards Assembly via YouTube. (Click Here for YouTube Link)

Time Stamp for Ease of Use:

5th Grade= 0:00-14:00

6th Grade=14:01-20:05

7th Grade=20:06-31:34

8th Grade= 31:35-END

Great work Warriors!

Jayson Yeagley

Assistant Middle School Principal

Teaching STEM during these remote learning times is challenging since it is a project-based curriculum, but the students did an exceptional job with this project.  

Students in 7/8th grade STEM at West Branch Middle School competed a Theme Park Ride Attraction for Walt Disney World.  The students followed the remote learning program by completing exercises using the Design Process.  Engineers from Walt Disney World explained to the students how Theme park Rides are designed and built.  After many lessons from the engineers, it was their turn to design/and build their ride attraction which included vehicle, the track, and the theme using storyboards.  The students took the challenge and created/designed and built some amazing rides. The students would upload their pictures or take a video of their ride attraction and explained their ride in a Google Meets platform.  Some of the Ride attractions will be submitted to the engineers of Walt Disney world for critique and the possibility of using the ideas from our students.  Applying what they learned through the Design Process speaks volumes on how this lesson applies to the real world and prepares our students for 21st-century skills.  

Brynn's design is a water park ride that she designed and built using many Disney Characters.  She has a story to her ride as well as the lazy river for her raft to ride

Congratulations to the 2020 -2021
Warrior Mascots

Reminder

Friday, May 22, 2020
Lunches Served (Four Meals)
11:00 - 12:30

Tuesday, May 26, 2020
No Meals

Friday, May 29, 2020
Last Three Meals Served
11:00 - 12:30
 

District Update

Please see the attached document for
upcoming dates and activities.

Update
 

Senior Parade

Sunday, May 17, 2020

4:00 - 6:00

Community Members Please Enter at Ellett Road Entrance

Come help Celebrate the Class of 2020!

West Branch Warrior Softball

Senior Tribute

Peyton Alazaus & Riley Mesler


https://www.wevideo.com/view/1703985424

District Update

April 27, 2020

Please click on the link below regarding updates from Mr. Saxton, Superintendent,
regarding changes in lunch delivery, graduation, Washington DC trip, etc.

Update Click Here

Hello Video

West Branch Middle School

https://youtu.be/3qbyNXglJVo

The West Branch Local School District will accept Open Enrollment forms between April 15th and May 15, 2020.  Please use the form below when applying.  For questions regarding our Open Enrollment forms and guidelines, please call the Superintendent's Office at 330-938-9324.

Open Enrollment Regulations & Procedures

Open Enrollment Form

Please Note:  One form needs to be filled out for each student applying.

Tuesday, March  31 at 6:00 p.m. 

Updates for the 2020 - 2021 school year.

Tune into the live stream on the official West Branch Local School District Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WBLSD/
 

Breakfast & Lunch Grab and Go Meals Update

We are updating and changing our delivery plan beginning this Friday March 27th.

Meals will be available Tuesdays and Fridays - beginning this Friday 3/27/2020.

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
 

Attention Girls on the Run Families. Unfortunately, our GOTR Program will be postponed alongside the 3 week school closure due to the COVID-19 crisis. 

You will be receiving further communication via email within 1-2 days regarding the vision for resuming the program the week of April 6, 2020, should this be allowable per state and local directives.

Despite hopes to reconvene our GOTR sessions, the cost of the program will now be absorbed due to this inconvenience. You will be receiving reimbursement of your $65 GOTR payment, and given direction as to how you can pick up your VOIDED checks or cash.

       Cancelled -- Cancelled -- Cancelled -- Cancelled     

PROJECT PROM 2020

Due to the schools being closed, we are sorry to announce that Project Prom is cancelled for this year.

School is Cancelled on Monday, March 16, 2020

Information on Chromebook Pick Up & Assignments


 

Greetings Warrior Nation - Out of an abundance of caution, the West Branch Local School District will be scheduling a Waiver Day this Friday, March 13th. There will be no classes for students. 

Classes will resume as scheduled Monday, March 16th if allowable. 

As the presence of the COVID-19 Virus looms in Ohio, staff members will report to work this Friday and prepare for alternative instructional protocols should the need arise. 

The District continues to monitor the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and the Ohio Department of Health. Our teachers will proactively spend the upcoming weekend to prepare. We would ask your families to begin to plan for arrangements should the District be forced to interrupt normal operations. Thank you, Timothy Saxton, Superintendent.

The OHSAA has released information to us as a participating school in the girls' basketball tournament that the general public will not be permitted to attend with the exception of parents of players, coaches, and administrators or other predetermined officials, statisticians, trainers, etc..

This is a developing situation and all the details have not been released. 

At this time, school will be in session for all buildings on Thursday March 12, 2020.

 

Congratulations to the Lady Warriors.
 

They will be playing in the State Tournament on Thursday, March 12 at 1:00.

Congratulations to Jamyson Robb on finishing first in the 100 yard breaststroke in the State Meet, for the second straight year.

Jamyson also broke her previous record set last year.  Her new record is 1:01.65.

SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER
(All You Can Eat)

Saturday, February 29, 2020
3:00 – 7:00 p.m.

West Branch High School Cafeteria

Sponsored by the West Branch Girls' Softball

11 and Up -- $8.00
Children (4 – 10) -- $4.00
Three and Under -- Free

Meal consists of all you can eat spaghetti and sauce.  Meatballs, toss salad,
bread & butter, dessert and beverage will accompany spaghetti & meat sauce.

Carryout Available!

Lots of Socks Campaign
Accept, Include and Respect People of All Abilities

March 19, 2020

 

We will be holding a district wide event on March 19th in which we will be participating with The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley's "Lots of Socks" campaign to Accept, Include and Respect people of ALL abilities.  Why Socks?? Well because chromosomes look like socks and people with Down's Syndrome have an extra chromosome.

We are encouraging all staff members and students to wear crazy socks this day to support our Lucky Few students who have Down's Syndrome.  Additionally we will be selling t-shirts ($15 S - XL, $17 XXL, $18 XXXL)  to show our support on the 19th.  For those of you who don't know, the names listed on the t-shirts are West Branch students with Down's Syndrome (see the picture below) .  If you want to order a t-shirt, order forms will be in the offices.  Orders and money need to be submitted by March 6th.
  
    

 

Homecoming/Spirit Week



February 10 - February 14

Monday -- Hat Day
Tuesday -- Jersey Day
Wednesday -- Flannel Day
Thursday -- Color Wars
(Seniors - Black, Juniors - Green, Sophomores - White, Freshman - Gray,
Eighth - Black, Seventh - Green, Sixth - White, Fifth - Gray,
Fourth - Black, Third - Green, Second - White, First - Gray, PreK & Kindergarten - Green)

West Branch Students Present

A Classical Recital
Thursday, February 6, 2020
7:00 p.m.
Murphy Auditorium @ Copeland Oaks

Refreshments will be served after the program.

Featuring solo and ensemble vocal & instrumental students.

An evening of beautiful music representing songs from the
Greatest Classical Composers.

Poster
 

West Branch - Aultman Ambassador
Basketball Shoot Out
Tuesday, February 4, 2020

Half Court Shot -- During Varsity Half-time
4th Grade and Under -- 3 point line

Gift cards first five winners.

Proposed Reconfiguration & Cost Savings Options

At the January 28th Board of Education Meeting
Mr. Saxton, Superintendent presented options on how
the district can implement changes to save money.

Click Here for the Information

Public Meeting
February 11, 2020
6:00 p.m.
Middle School Cafetorium

Girls on the Run
(Fifth - Eighth Grade Girls)

Tuesdays & Thursdays
March 3 -- May 16, 2020
After School Until 4:15

Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a North American non-profit program that works
to encourage pre-teen girls to develop self-respect and healthy
lifestyles through dynamic, interactive lessons and running games,
culminating in a celebratory 5k run.  The organization's curricula seek
to address all aspects of the girls' development to enhance their physical,
emotional, mental and social well-being while establishing a lifetime
appreciation of health and fitness.

Brochure                         Registration Form

Preschool Registration/Screening
Appointments Are Required

Friday, March 13, 2020       8:30 - 2:30
Friday, March 20, 2020       12:30 - 2:30

West Branch Middle School -- Preschool Hallway

Call 330-938-9324 to schedule an appointment.

Kindergarten Registration

New Dates to be Announced

Please call 330-938-9324 between the hours of
9:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m. if you are not already on the list.

West Branch Warrior Girls' Softball
Apparel Fundraiser (Non-Sport Specific)

January 27 - January 31, 2020

The Warrior Softball team is selling non-sport specific Warrior Apparel.
Samples of the designs will be at the Lady Warriors Basketball
game vs. Canton South on Wednesday, January 29th.

All items must be ordered by Friday, January 31st.
Email Sis Woods @ Sis.Woods@WBWarriors.org

Pictures
 

Nutrition Inc.
Announces Exciting Activities in Cafeteria


Damascus Elementary
January 23, 2020
Decorate a Donut for Breakfast
8:30 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.
$.75 per student (free & reduced  breakfasts available)


High School & Middle School
January 23, 2020
Celebrate Chinese New Year @ Lunch
(General Tso Chicken Bowl, Chicken Egg Roll, Oriental
Vegetables, Citrusy Mandarin Oranges & Fortune Cookie)

Masquerade Ball

Winter Homecoming
Saturday, February 15, 2020
7:00 - 10:00
High School Cafeteria

$10 per ticket
Tickets on sale the week of February 10th.
Flyer

West Branch Local Schools' 
S.T.E.M. Academy
Introduction Meeting

Monday, January 27, 2020
7:00 p.m.
West Branch High School Auditorium

Come and learn about our current STEM initiatives
and the new STEM Academy.  

Flyer

Support West Branch High School Softball

All You Can Eat Breakfast
Sunday, January 5, 2019                  8:00 -- 11:30

American Legion Post 76
395 West California Avenue,  Sebring

$7 for Adults     $3 for Kids Under 10

All you can eat includes eggs, bacon, potatoes, sausage, toast, pancakes,
french toast, biscuits and gravy, ham, coffee or juice.

Tickets available from any softball player or at the door.

West Branch Holiday Bash

Tuesday, December 17th
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
West Branch High School Cafeteria


 

Coffee Talk with Superintendent


Tuesday, December 17, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
West Branch Middle School

Clothing Closet Now Open
New Location -- High School Library

Open the Second & Fourth Tuesday Every Month 
(When School is in Session)
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
(Enter through the Library door on the north end of the building.)

Day time appointments can be made by calling the High School Office
at 330-938-2183.

Clothing closet is open to the whole West Branch community.

M.A.D. Club
(Make A Difference)
 

During this Thanksgiving season the West Branch Middle School M.A.D. Club (Make a Difference) encouraged and supported the entire school to write notes of gratitude to each other.  Their attitude of gratitude inspired over 1,000 notes to be delivered to every student and staff member in the Middle School.

West Branch is thankful to have such wonderful kids!

Share A Christmas Food Drive

The NHS Share A Christmas food drive collection begins December 4th.

NHS and American Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, November 25, 2019
8:00 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

High School Gym
 

Please contact Mrs. Tice @ kristen.tice@wbwarriors.org 

 

Clothing Closet
(Housed at West Branch High School)

Additional Information Coming Soon
Stay Tuned


    

Social Media Safety Presentation

Thursday, December 5, 2019
6:30 p.m.
High School Auditorium

Presented by:  Josh Ochs, Social Media Safety Speaker

The goal of this presentation is to keep our students safe and to
give our parents a proactive way to start a dialog with their kids
about being smart on social media.

 

Congratulations to the seniors who have decided to continue their athletic and academic careers after graduation.

Back Pack Food Program

The West Branch staff is teaming up with local churches, community organizations and the community to provide food to students on weekends.

If you would like to donate (even just one item), please feel free to drop your donation off to any school office and we will put it on our shelves for distribution.  These donations will be accepted throughout the school year.

Here are a few suggestions:

• Boxes of Cereal, Cereal Bars, Pop Tarts
• Peanut Butter and Jelly (plastic jars please), Crackers with cheese
• Snacks - pudding cups, fruit cups, granola bars
• Canned food - meats, pastas, soups, veggies
• Monetary donations to purchase bread products
• Any other non-perishable items that could be used for breakfast or lunches

Thanks for your continued support.

MAMMA MIA!

November 8 - 10, 2019
Friday & Saturday Shows at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday Matinee at 2:00 p.m.
All Seats Reserved
Adults -- $12         Students & Seniors  -- $10

Call 330-938-2183, Ext. 37358 for Reservations
or Online @ www.wbmusic.org
 

Congratulations to the Freshman Football Team
2019 EBC Champions

Show This Flyer -- Girls' Softball Will Get Donations
Tuesday, November 5th
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Knox Elementary PTO
Spirit Wear Sale

Taking Orders Until November 4, 2019

Clothing & Wooden Items
(Click on links below to see items & pricing.)

Clothing
Wooden Items


 

Reminder

Coffee Talk with Mr. Saxton

Friday, November 1, 2019
9:00 a.m.
Knox Elementary

On NEOEA day our cafeteria staff took advantage of not having students and had training on making new and exciting items for our students. 

      

 

Recognition Night @ West Branch Football Game
                     Friday, October 18, 2019
West Branch vs. West Holmes @ 7:00 p.m.

1994 State Championship Football Team & Coaches (25th Anniversary)
All Previous Cheerleaders & Mascots

Light Snacks & Refreshments @ 5:30 p.m.
Outside of Meiter Building

RSVP to the Athletic Office @ 330-938-4408 or
by clicking this link:  https://forms.gle/kRq2gUN4RMCf54jb8

Proud to be a Warrior

Congratulations to all our athletes!

Girls' soccer captured the EBC title!
      
 

Boys' Golf will compete at State!!!

          

West Branch Warriors and the Salem Quakers teamed up to raise money for the Oncology Department at Salem Regional Hospital during Volley for the Cure. Representatives from the hospital attended the Middle School game to receive the donation.

FFA Harvest Bash

BBQ Dinner, Food & Activities

October 25, 2019
4:00 - 6:30
$8 per person (Take Out Available)
(BBQ Dinner, Dessert & Drinks)

Activities:  Face Painting, Pumpkin Painting, Tomahawk Building & Corn Hole Tournament

PreSale tickets available from any FFA member or by calling 330-938-2183, Ext. 37357.

Flyer

Reminder

School Fees

Due October 18, 2019

Fee Letter
Participation Fee Letter

 

The West Branch Local School District is asking for your opinion - Parents, Students, and Community Members...

Spirit T-Shirt Sale
            Sponsored by WBMS Student Council
 

Stock up now for ALL our school spirit days!
Kelly Green t-shirt with the 2 color design below.  

Only $15.00 Cash or checks payable WBMS Student Council

Orders due by Oct. 1 to the Middle School (Mrs. Criss).
  Enclose T-shirt order form, and check or cash.

         Front of Shirt                                Back
                             

Order Form

Volley for the Cure Fundraiser

West Branch Warrior Volleyball and Salem Quakers
are teaming up to raise money for the Salem Oncology Department.

Currently on Sale:  T-Shirts & Pint Ice Cream from Handels

All orders are due to a middle school volleyball player, by 
September 17th.  Checks made payable to
West Branch Athletic Boosters.

T-Shirt Info          Ice Cream Info

Sale Ends -- September 16th

Plant Pick Up -- September 18th
(From 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. @ East end of High School)

$6 -- 8" Pot
Color Choices:  Arluno Yellow, Danielle Red, Edana Red, Gigi Coral,
Milano White, Afterglow Orange, Afterglow Purple, Igloo Red, Igloo Pumpkin, Igloo Yellow

Pay by cash or check.  Money due by September 16th.
Makes checks out to West Branch Environmental Club.

MoreInfo

Short anti-vaping film made by the West Branch students and staff regarding the dangers of vaping.

Please watch the video and "like" the video so our students will be eligible to win OK, Inc.'s 7th Annual Friends4Friends Campaign Film Festival.

Vaping:  Fact or Fiction

Congratulations to the students and staff for a job well done!
 

Young & Alive
50th Anniversary

Friday, October 4, 2019
Dinner, Rehearsal & Singing National Anthem @ Football Game
(Shirts available for sale!)

Saturday, October 5, 2019
Alumni Music Party

At the July Board of Education meeting it was decided to reinstate two tier busing.  In order to plan for a smooth school year, please read the information below and notify us of your needs for the 2019 – 2020 school year.

August 1 - 3, 2019

Eighth Grade -- 8:00 a.m. -- 10:00 a.m.
Seventh Grade -- 9:30 a.m.  -- 11:30 a.m.

All students trying out, must have a completed physical
turned in by the first day -- August 1, 2019.

Student Orientation
Fifth Graders -- August 23, 2019 -- 3:00 -- 6:00

Freshmen -- August 23, 2019 -- 1:00 - 4:00

Open Houses
Damascus Elementary & Knox Elementary
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
4:30 -- 6:30

Middle School
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
4:00 -- 6:00

Reminder to Complete Surveys
 

Transportation Survey
Due by July 19th
 

• Complete one for each student enrolled (regardless of riding the bus or not)
• Complete one for MCCTC and STEM students needing transportation to Canfield
• Open enrollment students are ineligible for transportation -- do not complete survey

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If you are unable to access this survey or complete it online, please call the transportation department at 330-938-6246.

Strategic Plan Survey

https://forms.gle/mVfEMheFRXuNYDTr5

This anonymous survey is open to any student, parent, staff member or community member in the West Branch Local School District.

Transportation Survey

Due by July 19th
 

So we can efficiently coordinate the transportation routes for the 2019 -- 2020 school year, please complete the survey by clicking on the following link: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSccU33EJEKJw2AXKbnaCKPZ6otAfoyhzDPczUx-2p6CMTX8cA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1

Please note a new survey must be completed for each child/student.  Deadline for submitting these surveys is July 19th.  Thanks in advance for your assistance.

If you are unable to access this survey or complete it online, please call the transportation department at 330-938-6246.

Middle School Volleyball Open Gym
Seventh & Eighth Grade Girls

Open Gym @ Middle School
July 25th -- 5:00 - 7:00 pm
July 26th -- 8:00 - 10:00 am
July 29th -- 5:00 - 7:00 pm

West Branch Lady Warriors Basketball

Car Wash

Saturday, June 22
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Marathon Gas Station -- Subway
Corner of Route 62 and Westville

Flyer

Request for Proposal - Food Service Management Program

This Solicitation is for the purpose of entering into a contract for the operation of a food service management program for West Branch Local Schools

The West Branch Middle School girls track team was runner up with a tremendous effort at the Mahoning County Middle School Track and Field Championship at Poland High School.  They were barely being nudged out of taking First Place by Austintown Fitch.  The team is coached by Frank Edie, Carl Davanzo, and John Hancock.

First Row Lft-Rt:  Adele Peters, Maria Manley, Kennedy Burger, Lauren Gosset, Haley Hazelbaker, Baylee Waugaman, Emily Sprowl

Second Row Lft-Rt:  Alexis Gregory, Zoe Sanders, Claire Brunner, Makenna Lins, Cami Campbell, Daphne Snyder, Abbey Wilson, Sophia Gregory

West Branch Athletics are pleased to announce that we have several sports camps offered during the summer.  Please click below on the one you are interested in:

Football Camp -- June 6 - 7, 2019
Football Brochure

Girls' Basketball Camp -- June 10 - 12, 2019
Girls' Basketball Brochure

Boys' Basketball Camp -- June 17 - 19, 2019
Boys' Basketball Brochure

Volleyball Camp -- July 22 - July 24, 2019
Sixth - Eighth Grade
Ninth - Twelfth Grade

Soccer -- July 29 - August 1, 2019
Soccer Brochure

The West Branch High School softball teams recently hosted a teacher appreciation night.  Each player had the opportunity to invite an educator to honor at the game and at the reception immediately following the game.  Congratulations to all the honored educators.

Spaghetti Dinner & Festival of Bands

Friday, May 3, 2019
 

Dinner
4:30 -- 7:00
West Branch High School Cafeteria
All Tickets $7

Festival of Bands to Follow
7:30 -- High School Gym
 

Congratulations to Senior, Cassie Madison for being presented with the Congressional App Challenge Award.  Cassie created the app "Dysulator" and hopes that parents and teachers can use the app to understand dyslexics and make a positive change for their future.  The app consists of three main components:  dyslexia information tab, interactive game simulator and a help & support tab.  She is one of four students from Ohio to be selected.  Congratulations Cassie!

Guest Chef (Jim Rito) Takeover Day
Monday, April 29, 2019
5:00 p.m.

Serving Rito's Italian Trio
Eggplant/Chicken Parmesan with Penne Pasta
$10.95 -- 10% of Proceeds to Softball (Boneshakers will match)

Poster

Open Enrollment forms will be accepted at West Branch High School beginning at 8:00 am on Monday, April 15 through Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at 4:00 pm.  Please click on the links below for the appropriate guidelines and applications.  If you have any additional questions about Open Enrollment, please call the Superintendent's Office at 330-938-9324 during school hours.

Inter-District Open Enrollment Guidelines - students who live outside the WBLSD
Inter-District Open Enrollment Application - students who live outside of the WBLSD

Intra-District Open Enrollment Guidelines -- Kindergarten - Fourth only, if you live in WBLSD
Intra-District Open Enrollment Application -- Kindergarten - Fourth only, if you live in WBLSD
 

April 26 - 28, 2019

Friday, April 26
Dinner @ 6:00 p.m.
Show @ 7:30

Saturday, April 27
Enchanted Lunch with Belle & Friends --12:00
Saturday Matinee -- 2:00
Evening Show -- 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 28
Matinee -- 2:00

Additional Information
 

Bergen Bauman Bryan
Scholarship Breakfast

Sunday, May 5, 2019
8:00 -- 11:30
Sebring American Legion

$7 -- Adults
$3 -- Children

Flyer

Saturday, May 18, 2019

Ryan Johnson was a special person. He loved life and everything about it.  A spirited, lighthearted and energetic young man, Ryan tragically passed while competing in the sport he loved: running. Each year, we run/walk a 5k in his hometown Beloit, OH in his honor. Whether you’re someone who shares his passion for running, who cares for him or who loves life as much as he did, we welcome you.

Please join us in celebrating Ryan’s life on Saturday May 18, 2019.  Proceeds from the race help to sponsor a scholarship awarded to a member of the graduating class at WB each year.

Online registration:  https://www.secondsoleohio.com/

Also, please visit Ryan’s website at www.ryanjohnson5k.com

Flyer

Levy Committee Meeting

April 1, 2019
6:00 p.m.
West Branch High School Library

Project Prom

March 23, 2019
10:00 - 1:00

Student driven community service project to help make prom affordable to all girls!

Donations of dresses are also being accepted at West Branch High School!

Flyer
 

Attention Class of 2020

Immunization Clinic at West Branch High School
Sponsored by the Mahoning County Health Department

May 22, 2019

Click Here for Forms & Informational Sheets

Information packets can also be picked up in the High School Nurse's Office.

All forms must be turned in by no later than April 19, 2019.
Please call Mrs. Santee with questions -- 330-938-2183.
 

2019 Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Awards

Ten West Branch high school artists recently participated in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards.  Their work was displayed in Bliss Hall at Youngstown State University.

Receiving honorable mentions were Emily Algaier, Jayden Boggs, Olivia Buehler, Ray McDonald, Katelynn McCullough, Rylee Milat, Dakarli Pagnucco and Molly St. John.  Jayden Boggs, Hannah Schuber and Molly St. John came away with Silver Key Awards, while Abie Davis took one of the highest honors with a Gold Key.

A slide show of their work is currently on display in the High School hallway across from the art room.

Congratulations and keep up the great work!

             

Attention Fifth - Twelfth Grade Parents

Report Cards for Second Nine Weeks
Now Available Through Parent Access

Information Letter

Oliver
West Branch High School Auditorium

February 22, 2019 -- 7:30 p.m.
February 23, 2019 -- 7:30 p.m.
February 24, 2019 -- 2:00 p.m.

All Seats Reserved
Adults $12          Student/Seniors $10
 Order your tickets online at www.wbmusic.org.

or email Mr. Zamarelli

John. Zamarelli@wbwarriors.org

Poster

Thursday, March 21, 2019       10:00 - 5:00
Friday, March 22, 2019        8:00 - 11:15

By appointment only.
Please call 330-938-9324 to schedule!

West Branch Middle School recently held their annual Spelling Bee.  Thirty-two students from fifth through eighth grade participated.  The 2019 Spelling Bee Champion is Allison Zion (8th grader), while Lauren Cameron (6th grade) was runner up.  Congratulations to all participants.

Mr. Stephen Fowler, Principal, served as the pronouncer, while Susan Baldwin -- 7th grade Language Arts Teacher, Wendy Beal -- Speech and Language Specialist, and Leigh Ann Martin -- 5th grade Intervention Specialist served as judges.  The spelling bee was coordinated by Cari Conaway -- 5th grade Language Arts Teacher.

Good luck to Allison when she represents West Branch Middle School in the Youngstown Spelling Bee.
 

Support West Branch High School Softball

All You Can Eat Breakfast


Sunday, January 6, 2019
8:00 a.m. -- 11:30 a.m.
American Legion Post 76
California Avenue, Sebring, OH
Adults $7          Children 10 & Under:  $3

Tickets Are Available at the Door or From Any Player

West Branch High School students have been extremely busy over the last few weeks.  Students in Mrs. Starr Fisher's Warrior Grille have been busy making gingerbread houses.

While members of the Art Club recently made Christmas cards and shared them with a local nursing home.  The Art Club is led by Mr. Steven Mountz.


 

Effective January 2, 2019, West Branch will operate on single tier busing.

• No busing for high school students.
• No busing if you live 2 miles from the school.
• No open enrollment busing.
• Earlier start for elementary students.

Complete Busing Information Here

Latch Key Information

Latch Key Application

Transportation  Change -- Map
 

All are invited and welcome to join us for the upcoming holiday performances:

• December 4 - Fifth & Sixth Grade Choral Concert @ 7:00, HS Auditorium
• December  5 - Young & Alive/Warrior Explosion @ 7:00, MS Cafeteria 
• December 9 - HS Band Concert @ 3:00, HS Auditorium 
• December 11 - MS Band Concert @ 7:00, HS Auditorium
• December 12 - Sounds of the Season @ 7:00, HS Auditorium
• December 13 - Seventh & Eighth Grade Choir Concert @ 7:00, HS Auditorium
• December 18 - Damascus, First Grade @ 9:30, Second Grade @ 2:30
• December 19 - Damascus, Third Grade @ 9:30, Fourth Grade @ 2:15

Damascus Elementary
Closed -- Friday, November 30, 2018

Due to Water Line Break

Senior  Cap & Gown

Orders Due
December 14th
Either order @ Jostens.com or
mail order in by December 8th.

Red Flags

Mental Health Awareness
For Parents & Students

Thursday, November 29, 2018
6:30 p.m.
Damascus Friends Church

Flyer
 

Two Hour Delay
School is Closed

Thursday, November 15, 2018

Thanksgiving feast will be served on Friday.

West Branch will follow the attached procedures for all delays and cancellations
for the 2018 -- 2019 school year:

Delays & Cancellations

Knox Share a Christmas program is now passing out tags.

Warrior Notes
District's First Quarter Newsletter

 

Make Your Vote Count

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

Superintendent Saxton's Letter

Designer Purse Bingo
Friday, November 16, 2018

Doors Open @ 6:00 p.m.
Begins @ 7:00

West Branch Bingo Hall
26701 US 62 - Beloit

Pre Sale Tickets -- $25
Tickets @ Door -- $30

Please see any West Branch Cheerleader or softball player for tickets. 
Also can contact the Athletic Office at 330-938-4408.

Flyer

Chipotle Fund Raiser
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
4:00 - 8:00

Benefits West Branch Softball

Bring This Flyer

WBHS Technology Fair

Thursday, November 8
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Newsies

Friday, November 9 & Saturday, November 10
7:30 pm

Sunday, November 11
2:00 pm

All Seats Reserved
Adults -- $12           Students/Seniors -- $10

Call 330-938-4442 for Reservations or
online at www.wbmusic.org

West Branch Middle School is experiencing phone issues.  If you are trying to reach the Middle School and can't get through, please call the Superintendent's Office at 330-938-9324.

On Line Free & Reduced Lunch Applications

We have implemented QuikApps, an online free and reduced meal application system, for the families in our district. QuikApps makes it easy for parents to apply for free or reduced meal status for their children using a simple, secure, step-by-step online form. Applications can be signed electronically, and eligibility for meal benefits is automatically determined once the application is complete.
 

Click Here
 

We are excited to announce that all back to school forms will be completed using the district's online system OneView.

This system simplifies the process of filling out forms for your children because much of the information you will be asked to complete will be automatically imported from our student information system.  Additional information you provide will be saved in the system for next school year.

Parents will need their children's Student IDs (same as lunch number) to complete this process.  This number was provided in a letter mailed home in late August. If you know this number and are ready to get started, please log on and create an account!

The WBLSD OneView web portal is:

https://westbranch.esvportal.com/Login.aspx
 

If you do not have internet access or computers at home, for your convenience computer labs will be available at the open houses scheduled at both elementary buildings and West Branch Middle School on September 4th.  West Branch High School will also open their media center on September 4th from 4:00 - 6:00 for any parent wishing to use our computers and internet.   If you cannot attend that night, please feel free to call your child's school to schedule a convenient time to complete these forms.

Freshmen Orientation

Freshmen Orientation Camp will be held on August 24, 2018 beginning at 1:00 p.m. and concluding at 4:00 p.m.  All Freshmen students are encouraged to attend this important day to prepare you for High School.  Students will receive their schedule, get a building tour, learn more about the high school, receive their locker, practice changing classes following the bells, enjoy a snack and much more!  Don't miss this opportunity to start out on the right foot!  All Freshmen should report to the Auditorium by 1:00 using the lobby entrance doors! 

Parents are encouraged to attend a parent meeting at 3:30 pm. in the Auditorium. All activities will conclude by 4:00 p.m.

New Student Orientation

Upperclass students NEW to West Branch High School will have an Orientation on August 29, 2018 beginning at 8:00 a.m.  Parents/Guardians are welcome to attend this session.  

Expectations, opportunities and schedules will be discussed.  A building tour will be given and locker information shared.  This Orientation usually lasts approximately 1.25 hours. 

High School Schedule Pick-Up

Students in grades 10 - 12 may pick up their schedule on August 24th between 8:00 a.m. until noon.  Report to the lobby between the High School Office and the Library. Students may only pick up their own schedule, not their friend's.  Make sure to bring your schedule with you the first day of school!

Freshmen will receive their schedule during Freshmen Orientation on the 24th. 

West Branch Local School Open Houses

Tuesday, September 4, 2018

Middle School
4:00 -- 6:00 p.m.

Damascus Elementary & Knox Elementary
4:30 -- 6:30 p.m.

West Branch High School Boys and Girls Golf Tryouts
(JV & Varsity)

August 1, 2 & 3, 2018
Flying B Golf Course
7:00 a.m.

Warrior Nation Spirit Sale
July 17 - July 30, 2018
(Shirts can be ordered in Black, Green or Gray -- with or without football.)

Orders can be turned into Coach Dota or Jackie Lyons.
Checks should be made payable to West Branch Football.

Flyer

School Levy Informational Community Forum
West Branch Local School District - Board of Education

Monday, July 23, 2018 - 6:00 p.m.

West Branch High School Auditorium

The West Branch Board of Education, Superintendent and Treasurer will be hosting a Community Forum on Monday, July 23, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium. The Board is interested in input from school district residents on a proposed levy to be placed on the November 6, 2018 ballot. The community will be able to hear a presentation regarding recent levy attempts, current operating expenditures, and forecasted deficits. A question and answer period will be included in this meeting for residents to actively participate and share their opinions with the Board and administration.

Alumni Address Updates

It is that time of year to start thinking about class reunions.  We have been contacted by several classes for updated addresses.  So far we have individuals from the Classes of 1969, 1978, 1979, 1988 and 1993 working in updating contact information.

Please call us at 330-938-9324 or drop us an email (mona.mcneely@wbwarriors.org) to make sure we have your current address.

Please click on the following link:

2018-19 New Student Registration Packet

Packets are also available on the counter in the West Branch High School Office during summer office hours of 7:00 am - 2:30 pm, M-F.

Please click on the following link and fill out our student address-telephone number change form

Student Address-Telephone Number Change Form

Proof of Residency must be dropped off in the Superintendent's Office for all address changes.  Acceptable proofs are:  rental/purchase agreement, utility bill or the change of address confirmation letter from the Post Office.  Proof of Residency must be received by no later than August 24, 2018 in order to receive your new bus stop info in time for the new school year.  Parents/Guardians who change telephone numbers over the summer are also being asked to fill out the form as well so that we can update your student(s) contact information and so that you don't miss any One Calls prior to the new school year starting.  For questions, please call the Superintendent's Office at 330-938.9324.  

Damascus               Knox

5th Grade        6th Grade        7th & 8th Grade

2018 Early Dismissal
Last Day of School -- June 6, 2018

K - 8 Students
Middle School Dismissal/Bus Pick Up -- 1:30
Elementary Dismissal/Bus Pick Up -- 2:15


High School Students
June 5 -- Exams All Day
Students with rides will be dismissed at 1:25.  Busses will run at normal time.

June 6 -- Exams All Day
All students will be dismissed at 1:30 -- busses running at this time.

Warrior Chromebook Collection Day Schedule
June 5 & 6, 2018

Please click on the links below for additional information:
Schedule
Instructions
Condition Form
Google App Information
 

Lady Warrior Softball Team
State Championship Game

Saturday, June 2, 2018
10:00 a.m.
Akron Firestone Stadium
1575 Firestone Parkway, Akron, OH

No Pre-Sale Tickets -- All Tickets Can Be Purchased at Stadium Box Office -- $8

Send Off @ 7:10 AM High School South (Gym) Parking Lot

All times for game & send off are tentative -- subject to change due to weather.
Check back for updates.



Game will air on tape delay for Spectrum customers on Channels 311 and 1311
on Sunday, June 3rd at 2:00 p.m.

Best of Luck

4 x 200 Relay @ State
Relay consists of Logan Caserta, David McKeiver, Cohen Lamp & Griffin Lough

Good Luck Lady Warriors

State Semi Final Game
Akron Firestone Stadium
Thursday, May 31, 2018
10:00 a.m.

                                                                                          Memorial Day Parade

                                                                                                   May 28, 2018

                                      Highland Memorial Park

                                    Parade Kicks Off at 9:00 a.m.

Mr. Stehura has shared all the pertinent information regarding beginning band on his webpage.  Please click on the link below to access his information.

http://www.westbranch.k12.oh.us/olc/228

Physical Day

Tuesday, May 22, 2018
(Middle School -- AM, High School -- PM)

$20 Cash

Second Option:  Hometown Urgent Care (1939 West State Street; Alliance, OH) is offering $20 physicals until June 1st.  Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 am-7:00 pm or Sat-Sun 9:00 am-5:00 pm.

Physical packets can be picked up at Middle School & High School offices, as well as the Athletic Office,
or by clicking the link below.

Physical Packet

Congratulations Wolfe and Sabatine

Congraulations to Shannon Wolfe and Gino Sabatine, who both have decided to continue their athletic careers next year.

Shannon will attend Geneva College and will play basketball, while Gino will play baseball at Marietta College.  

Best of luck to Shannon and Gino!

       

In case you missed it, here is the presentation from the parent meeting...

Warrior 1:1 Meeting

Monday, May 14, 2018
6:00 p.m.
High School Auditorium

All parents and students entering Grades 5, 6, 9, 10 for the 2018 -- 2019 school year
are invited to attend.

Flyer
Letter

Telephone Issues

We are experiencing telephone issues and are currently working to resolve them

Thank you for your patience.

School Community Safety Meeting

Wednesday, April 11, 2018
6:30 p.m.
West Branch High School Auditorium

Informational Sheet

West Branch High School
Winter Band Concert
Sunday, March 25, 2018
3:00 p.m.

Will include Jazz Band, Selected Ensembles & Concert Band.

 

March Board of Education Meeting

March 29, 2018
7:30 p.m.

WB Coding Club is CANCELLED for tonight. Due to an overwhelming response (60 kids! Woo!) and the need to prepare the space, access to more devices/supplies we will definitely start next Tuesday 3/27. I will be setting up a Facebook group page for parents to join and a Google Classroom for the kids in order to push out future information and sign up weekly volunteers so we can give the kids the best experience possible. Thank you for your cooperation and happy first day of spring! ~Miss Wallace

Congratulations to Coach Mike Helm for being inducted into the OHSAA Hall of Fame at this year's state tournament.  Coach Helm has coached for over thirty years and has touched many lives in our community.  Congratulations, Mike Helm!  What a great honor!

 

A Light In a Dark Place:
A Suicide Awareness Night
Bringing hope, help and healing to the topic of suicide.

Thursday, April 5, 2018
6:30 p.m.
Damascus Friends Church

Presented By:
Help Network of Northeast Ohio in Association With
DFC Celebrate Recovery & West Branch Local Schools

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West Branch High School Art Club recently visited the Butler Museum of American Art on the YSU campus.  All members were given a great docent-guided tour of the top notch museum, where students were treated to some of the finest and most famous works of American artists.  Fascinating details regarding many of the works were provided.  

West Branch High School
Presents
West Side Story

Friday, April 6 -- Dinner Show
5:30 Dinner
7:30 Show

Saturday, April 7 -- 7:30

Sunday, Apri 8 -- 2:00

Call 330-938-4442 for reservations or
online @ www.wbmusic.org.

Poster
 

Tickets for the girls' basketball Regional Semi Final at Barberton on Tuesday are on sale now. 
Tickets can be purchased:

Tonight at the boys' basketball game
Saturday morning from 9-10 am in the fieldhouse lobby
Sunday evening from 6-8 pm in the fieldhouse lobby 
Monday at the High School until 2:30 pm
Tuesday at the High School until 2:30 pm (cash only from noon to 2:30)

All tickets that are bought during the pre-sale time are $7.00 and West Branch receives a portion of sales.  All tickets bought at the door are $8.00.

Pre-Sale tickets for the Girls' Basketball District Semi Final at Austintown will be on sale in the Athletic Office until 2:00 pm on Monday, February 26th.

The Lady Warriors will play Poland on Monday, February 26 at 6:00 p.m.

West Branch is currently hiring for substitute positions, which includes aides, bus drivers, nurses, teachers and custodians.

This is a perfect job for someone who might be retired, looking for extra cash, or a stay at home parent.  All applicants must obtain a BCI/FBI background check; teachers, aides and bus drivers must have appropriate certification. 

Any one interested in bus driving, West Branch will provide paid training and help obtain a Class B CDL driver's license.

If you or someone you know might be interested, please contact 330-938-9324.

Middle School Track & Field
Apparel Sale

https://westbranchtrack.itemorder.com/sale
 

OHSAA Spring Sports' Parent Meeting

Wednesday, February 28, 2018
6:00 p.m. -- High School Auditorium

Safe Schools Tip Line is Anonymous...844-SaferOH (844-723-3764) and is available 24/7...

Help us by completing the short survey...

Congratulations to Samantha Tubbs, Ryan Irwin, and Ella Scofinsky of the West Branch Middle School Band program for being selected to participate in the Ohio State University Middle School Honors Bands!  Samantha is the trombone section leader in the WBMS 8^th grade band and just recently performed this past fall with the OMEA District V Honors Band. Ryan is the top tuba player at West Branch Middle School and also plays trombone in the WBMS Jazz Band. Ella has earned a position in the 7^th grade honors band at OSU on oboe. However, Ella is also a very versatile musician that plays clarinet and saxophone as well. These three West Branch Band students will be working with students from all over three different states in a special instrumental ensemble in Columbus on Saturday, February 17.

Attached please find an update from Timothy Saxton, Superintendent, regarding prayers before athletic events.

Parent Update

Click here for more details.

Attention All Students Participating in Columbiana County Fair

FFA Advisor Greg Sharp is now certified to give Quality Assurance to all students taking market animals to the Columbiana County Fair.

Mr. Sharp will be offering this at Knox Elementary on Tuesday, January 30th @ 2:00 p.m. and at Damascus Elementary on Friday, February 2nd @ 2:00 p.m.  Parents are welcome to attend as well.

This will count as their Quality Assurance for anyone taking a market animal to the 2018 Columbiana County Fair.  Information and permission slips were sent home with all third and fourth grade students.

How does the Superintendent make a decision on school operations during a weather event?

West Branch Young & Alive and Jazz Band will be performing at Walt Disney in Florida over the holiday break.  Great job!

   

Dakota Gurney has decided to continue his baseball career at Walsh University.  Congratulations.

Town Hall Meeting for January 4, 2018 - Cancelled!

Rescheduled  - One Week Ahead...

Please Join

The West Branch Board of Education & Administration

for a Town Hall Meeting

Thursday, January 11, 2018

Approximately 6:30 p.m.

Items to be discussed -- school calendar, financial forecast & district initiatives...

Due to the weather, West Branch Local Schools are closed for Thursday, December 14, 2017.  

District events and activities for tonight, December 13th, 2017, are cancelled.  We will announce rescheduled events as they become available.

The West Branch High School Band recently marched in the Salem and Youngstown Christmas parades.

Congratulations to Kayla Hovorka.  Kayla will continue her basketball career at Mount Vernon Nazarene.

West Branch High School
Family & Consumer Science Class
Texas Roadhouse Roll Sale

$5 per dozen
$2 for Honey Cinnamon Butter

All orders due by December 12th.  Pick up is scheduled for December 20th.

Please call Mrs. Coffee @ 330-938-4417.

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Showcase includes two short shows performed by students in Grades 2 - 8.

"Of Mice and Mozart & The Nutcracker"

Saturday, December 2nd -- 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 3rd -- 2:00 p.m.

Get tickets online at wbmusic.org or by calling 330-938-4442.

Flyer
 

Holiday Toy Drive

Tuesday, November 28 - Monday, December 4

Sponsored by Future Teachers of America

Bring a new, packaged, but unwrapped toy or book for a child 14 years & under.
Donations will be made to Akron Children's Hospital in Boardman.

 

A West Branch Unity Tree was constructed in the high school cafeteria, as part of a series being done during the freshmen and sophomore invest periods.  Mr. Mountz, High School Art Teacher, painted the tree, while leaves were put up by the students.  The leaves included a statement by freshmen and sophomore students on how they would intervene or support a friend or peer who is being bullied.
 
                                      

If you or someone you know is in need of clothing, shoes or coats, the West Branch Clothing Closet is a free service to anyone who has a student attending West Branch Local Schools.  Currently we have lots of WB clothing, bags, sporting gear, coats, hats, gloves, etc.  The closet is open by appointment and during conference nights.  Please call 330-938-4310 to make an appointment.

Congratulations to Brant Alazaus and Seth Schroeder for continuing their baseball athletic careers after graduation.  Brant signed with Walsh University and Seth with Ashland University.

OMEA District 5

 Middle School Honors Band

Congratulations to Liana Gabrelcik, Gloriana Maendel, Elizabeth McCune, and Samantha Tubbs of the West Branch Middle School Band for being selected to participate in the District 5 Middle School Honors Band. The honors band is sponsored by the Ohio Music Education Association. Specific students are carefully selected from all over Trumbull, Ashtabula, and Mahoning counties to participate in this special advanced musical ensemble. Their experience will conclude with a concert at Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown on Saturday November 18^th.

2017 Honors Band Participants (from left to right as pictured)

Elizabeth McCune-Percussion, Samantha Tubbs-All District Second Chair Trombone-Great Job!, Liana Gabrelcik-Trumpet, Gloriana Maendel-All District First Chair Trombone-Wow-Excellent!

Financial Aid Parent Session

Wednesday, November 15
6:30 - 7:30
High School Auditorium

Presenter:  Mr. Keith Martig

Topics:  FAFSA, Krizay Scholarship, College Financial Aid

Congratulations to Kylie Coffelt and Kelsey Byers for continuing their athletic careers after graduation.  Kylie signed with Duke to play softball while Kelsey signed with Malone for softball.


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Fundamental Softball Skills

High School Gym
$25 (includes instruction & tshirt)

K - 2
Monday, December 11 -- Tuesday, December 12, 2017
5:30 - 7:30

Grades 3 - 6
Wednesday, December 13 -_ Thursday, December 14, 2017
5:30 - 7:30 

Contact Coach Woods for further information:
Sis.Woods@WBWarriors.org

K -2 Form
3 - 6 Form

Warrior Notes

Click on the link below to read updates from Mr. Saxton, Superintendent.

Fall Newsletter

Lady Warrior Wizards

Girls in First - Sixth Grades
Will practice basketball skills and ball handling.
Will perform at three girls' games.

$25

Flyer
 

Winter Sports Parent Meeting
November 8th @ 6:00 p.m.

Fall Awards Night
November 13th @ 6:30 p.m.

Football Awards Night
November 16th @ 6:30 p.m.

Meet the Candidate Night

November 1, 2017
High School Cafeteria

5:30 -- 6:30 -- Informal Meet & Greet

6:30 -- 7:30 -- Formal Question & Answer Session

Addams Family

November 3 & 4 -- 7:30 p.m.
November 5 -- 2:00 p.m.

Adults -- $12         Students & Seniors -- $10
Call 330-938-4442 to reserve your tickets.

More Info

Students in Mrs. Lesnett's Freshman Honors English classes are preparing for their last fundraiser to help animals affected by Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma this fall. After researching several charities, students voted to fundraise for the Humane Society of America Disaster Relief Fund.  Earlier this fall they sold popcorn and Gatorade at the girls tennis matches.  This final fundraiser will be Tuesday, October 24th at Chipotle in Alliance.  Students are encouraged to purchase dinner between 5:00-9:00 and should mention West Branch and the Humane Society.  Thank you in advance for your support of this effort. 

NBC Champs

Congratulations, Girls' Soccer for winning their fourth consecutive
NBC Championship!

Get a copy of the presentation and more information about ALICE!

ALICE Informational Parent Meeting

Monday, October 16, 2017
6:00 p.m.

West Branch High School Auditorium

Additional Information

Calling all travelers! The West Branch Tour Group will be traveling to London, Paris, and Amsterdam in 2018. High school students (including current 8th graders who will be in high school next year), parents, staff, and West Branch graduates are welcome to participate. There will be an informational meeting on Wednesday, October 18th at 6pm in the high school library. You can reserve your spot that night with only a $50 deposit. See the flyer below for details. 

Additional Information
 

West Branch Middle School was recently honored at the Ohio School Boards Association annual Northeast Region Fall Conference. WBMS was presented with a certificate for being designated an Ohio Department of Education SCHOOL OF MOMENTUM after receiving all "A's" on the state report card for student growth in 2016.  The staff at WBMS truly deserves to be recognize for all their hard work and dedication in helping their students to grow in so many ways!  Accepting the award for the Middle School was Brian Baldwin, Susan Baldwin, John Young (Assistant Principal), Amy Criss, and Rachelle Ring.

High school students recently attended the NBC Leadership Camp at Camp Muskingum. They participated in team building activites with other students from NBC Schools and heard guest speaker, David Kohout, give an inspirational and heart felt talk on leadership.   Students representing West Branch were Spencer Hoops, Mackenzie Erb, Kirsten Plocher, Canaan McDaniel, Jonathan Ross, Reese Leone, Delaney Rito, Bailey Boosz, Bailey Campbell, and Brock Smith.

On Thursday, October 12, 2017, the West Branch Local Schools will conduct a "Parent/Teacher Conference Program".  Conferences at the high school and middle school will be scheduled between 3:00 - 8:30 and at the elementaries from 3:30 p.m. -- 9:00 p.m.   Each school will also break for dinner.  Please call the school for their exact times.

Conferences are held to develop a better understanding of a student's progress and will be of mutual benefit as we work together on behalf of each student.

If you wish to meet with your child's teacher and do not get a request from the school, please contact the office to schedule an appointment. 

Spirit Week News

West Branch Students  District Wide are encouraged to participate in our Spirit Week, September 25th - 29th.

Monday - PJ Day or Tye Dye               

Tuesday - Neon Day                                      

Wednesday - Hat Day
Thursday - America Day - Red, White and Blue
 Friday - Green and White Day                                                       

September Meeting

Thursday, September 21st
7:30 p.m.
High School Media Center

Ohio Department of Education Releases District and School Report Cards

The Ohio Department of Education will release the 2017 Ohio School Report Cards.  At this link, you will find spreadsheets which have district, school, community school, dropout recovery and prevention school, and career tech school grades, along with the Report Card Guide.

There are no new measures on the 2016 - 2017 report cards. Districts and schools are graded on six components - Achievement, Progress, Gap Closing, Graduation Rate, K-3 Literacy and Prepared for Success. Districts and schools received an A-F grade on each of the six components and most of the individual measures.

Pickup Information 

Attention WBHS 2017 Graduates and Current Student Body!

The 2016-17 yearbooks have arrived and are ready to be distributed to any student/graduate that has pre-purchased a yearbook. Graduates can pick up their yearbook from the high school office weekdays between 7:20 and 3:00 beginning September 19th  The books will be distributed to current students on Friday, September 15th.  

We have a very limited amount of extra books available and will sell the books on a first come, first serve basis.  The cost of the ALL COLOR yearbook is $85 and they can be purchased at the high school.  Any questions, please call  or email Mrs. Bock @ (330) 938-4463 or Gayla. Bock@WBWarriors.org.

Auditions  
Tuesday, Sept. 26^th (2-4^th only)
Thursday, Sept. 28^th (5-8^th only)

Location: High School Auditorium

Time: 6-? pm

Tryouts are for any 2-8^th grader interested in being a main character in our show!!  There are also many outstanding parts for dancers.  You must have a tryout song prepared. It can be any song, but you must provide your own accompaniment, either sheet music or a CD. No one can sing A Cappella. You may sing a song such as Happy Birthday, or My Country Tis of Thee. You may be asked to read lines or dance during this audition- scripts will be provided there.

Any Questions? Please call Mrs. Melissa Carchedi at (330) 938-4441 or email her at  Melissa.Carchedi@wbwarriors.org.  SEE YOU THERE!!!!

Additional Information

Have an interest in international travel?  We are exploring the possibility of a West Branch Tour Group. If there is enough interest, the West Branch Tour Group would travel internationally every other year. Please take the survey below so we have an idea of how many people may be interested. We will then hold an informational meeting in October. 

Click here to take the survey

Attention Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors

Schedule Pick Up

Friday, August 25, 2017
8:00 a.m. -- Noon

Schedules will only be given to the student or parent.
Schedules should be brought to school the first day of classes.

Student handbooks will be distributed the first week of school.

Below please find a link to the approved dress code.

Dress Code

High School Golf Try Outs

Tuesday, August 1 -- 7:00 a.m.
Wednesday, August 2 -- 7:00 a.m.
Thursday, August 3 -- 7:00 a.m.

All Try Outs will be at Flying B Golf Course

Football Parent Meeting
Monday, July 31, 2017 -- 6:00 p.m.
High School Auditorium

All Other Fall Sports' Parent Meeting
Tuesday, August 1, 2017 -- 6:00 p.m.
High School Auditorium

The West Branch football team is currently selling apparel through Promos Unlimited in Salem.  If you are interested in purchasing any merchandise, please visit shop.promos-unlimited.com.

Orders Taken July 20 - August 2, 2017

Delivery will be the week of August 14, 2017.

Stay connected with West Branch Local Schools by signing up for e-Communication Notifications (email and/or text messages).  This can be done by going to the main webpage, scrolling down on the left hand side to "e-Communication" and completing the short survey indicating what type of information you want to receive and what method(s) of communication you would like to use.  If you have any questions, please call the Superintendent's Office at 330-938-9324.

West Branch has four Americorps Reading tutor positions open for the 2017 -- 2018 school year.  Two positions will be at Knox Elementary and two at Damascus Elementary.  There is a small weekly stipend and an end of year tuition reimbursement.  Please contact Mr. Fowler at Stephen.Fowler@WBWarriors.org or Mrs. Reash at Caitlin.Reash@WBWarriors.org for additional information.  No degree is necessary.  This would be a perfect position for a recent high school graduate interested in public education.

Damascus               Knox               5th Grade               6th Grade
 

7th & 8th Grades

Freshman Orientation Camp

West Branch High School will host its Freshman Orientation Camp on Friday, August 25, 2017 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. 

Please click on our New link on the left hand side of this webpage and fill out our online form.  Please note that Proof of Residency is required to be turned in, in order to finish this process and to set up busing, if needed.  Thank you.

2017-2018

New Student Registration (Grades K-12) is now closed and will reopen on Thursday, September 7, 2017.  Registration hours are 7:30 am - 2:30 pm.  New Student Registration will take place in the Superintendent's Office located inside West Branch High School. 

New Student Registration Forms

A Lifetouch photographer captured each graduate as they received their diploma. They also took candid photos before and after graduation.  Your graduation diploma and candid portraits will be available online to view and purchase.  Please allow one week after graduation for images to become available.
 

To view and purchase your graduation memories visit:  www.lifetouchevents.com;   enter guest password: WESTBRANCH2017WP.  If you need assistance, please contact Lifetouch @ 1-800-589-6411.

Students in Mrs. Beth Cooley's Geometry classes built popsicle bridges. The bridges only weighed 4 ounces and were tested to see how much weight they could hold.  

            1st place Winners:  Brandie Sihock, Jenna Greeneisen, Gillian Koneval and Kristina Pazzelli.  

  2nd Place Winners:  Mason Earnest, Mitchell Sharp, Thomas Kemp and Courtney McKenzie.    

Friday, June 2, 2017
6:00 p.m. -- 9:00 p.m.

Don Panchos Party Room -- Alliance

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NBC Championship Gear

Order:  May 23 - May 29, 2017

Pick Up:  Week of June 5th

http://shop.promos-unlimited.com/

Evita

May 26, 27 & 28, 2017

Friday & Saturday -- 7:30 p.m.
Sunday -- 2:00 p.m.

High School Auditorium

Tickets can be purchased by calling 330-938-4442.

Poster

Congratulations to two more seniors who have decided to continue their athletic careers in the Fall.

Maddie Pidgeon will attend the University of Mount Union and participate in Softball.


While, Ashley Weber will play Tennis at Mount Vernon Nazarene.

Congratulations and best wishes.

West Branch Student Body has chosen new mascots for the 2017-18 school year.
Congratulations to Spencer Hoops, Warrior Chief, Canaan McDaniel, Assistant Chief and Mackenzie Erb, Warrior Princess.
Photo shows current mascots with newly chosen mascots.  

Picture - Bottom Row L-R:  Canaan McDaniel, Mackenzie Erb and Spencer Hoops
                 Top Row L-R:  Tommy Murphy, Deanna Pagnucco and Mike Minich

CONGRATULATIONS to Seniors, Bailey Polinori and Mitchell Craig for being selected as West Branch's Elks Teenagers of the Year 2017. 

Spring Photo Contest Winners

Makayla Jennings -- First Place
 

In an effort to improve communication the West Branch Local School District is providing parents, students and community members with a new way to stay connected with the schools. The district launched a free mobile app on April 27, 2017. This app allows users to receive customizable school news, school building and district calendars, push notifications, texts messages and more - all directly on their smartphone and mobile devices.
 

The “West Branch Local School District” app is available for download for iPhone and Android users in the App Store, and the online iTunes and Google Play app stores.  Parents are not required to download the app to continue to receive school communications, but app users have access to a number of tools that will make those communications more convenient.

Designed to make it more convenient and easier than ever for parents and families to stay informed the mobile app offers a regularly updated feed of important school news and events.  Users can customize the app by selecting the schools they are most interested i for news and updates. Users can also choose to receive push notifications to quickly get news and updates about school closures and emergencies, events and more.
 

It is our belief that our students are more successful in school when parents are engaged in their learning and school activities. With our new mobile app, individuals can stay connected with our schools and with the activities our students are engaged in every day.

Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Cost:  $20 cash

Physical packets are available in the Athletic
Office and Middle School/High School Offices.

**Note -- All paperwork must be filled out with parent and
student signatures prior to the actual physical.

Code of Conduct
Physical Form
Concussion Info
Insurance Coverage

West Branch Academic Team is hosting a Talent Show for High School and Middle School Students.  

WHERE:  High School Auditorium

WHEN:  Friday, May 19th @ 6:00

COST - $5.00  (tickets on sale at the door)

COME, CHEER ON THE CONTESTANTS!

Follow the link below and submit the online form to become a contestant.     

Induction Ceremony Held

Recently our National Honor Society inducted thirty-three new members. The four pillars of the NHS are:  Character, Scholarship, Leadership and Service.  Mrs. Tracy Wyatt is the advisor.  Pictured are the new inductees.  

Pictured L-R 1st row:  Emilee Sanor, Savanna Triplett, Skylee Bowlin, Kailee Gibbons, Hannah Sprague, Seth Schroeder, Carrie Barnes and Willow Daley. 2nd row:  Valerie Mobley, Sarrah Tennefoss, Kirsten Plocher, Jarrod Sutton, Delanie Pagnucco, Peyton Zamarelli, Kylie Coffelt and Zeina Katabi.  Row 3:  Sarah Jarvis, Claire Smith, Kayla Hovorka, Jade Papic, Addie Morris, Connor Francis, Canaan Mc Daniel, Jon Brand and Brianna Biery.  Row 4:  Maddie Dustman, Allison Slutz, Shannon Wolfe, Kyle Linhart, Tyler DeShields, Brant Alazaus, Jordan Brown and Julia Bock.   

       MCCTC INDUCTION

Three Students from West Branch were inducted into the MCCTC National Honor Society.  Connor Francis, grade 11, Macie Schrecengost, grade 11 and Andrew Stainer, grade 12.  Congratulations!

Pictured L-R , Connor Francis and Andrew Stainer.  Macie Schrecengost was absent.  

The Lion King Jr.

April 21, 22 & 23, 2017

Call 330-938-4442 for Reservations &
Additional Information

Poster

A suspected bed bug was found at West Branch High School.  The classroom will be profesionally treated.  For further information, please see the information sheet attached or call the Superintendent's Office at 330-938-9324.

Information Sheet

West Branch Vo Ag 
50th Anniversary

Yearly Banquet
April 26, 2017

All former members are invited to attend.  
All RSVPs are due by April 19th.
Please call Mr. Greg Sharp @ 330-938-4438 for additional information.

Donkey Basketball

April 19, 2017
7:00 p.m.
West Branch High School Gym

$6 Advanced Tickets     $8 Tickets At Door

Four Team Tournament
(Senior, High School, Middle School & Elementary Teachers)

Fun Friend/Family Event
Free donkey rides for all children who are accompanied by a parent.

If you have any questions or would like to purchase tickets,
please call 330-938-2183.

West Branch High School Music Department

Presents

Spring Concert 2017


Sunday, April 9, 2017
3:00 p.m.
West Branch Community Auditorium

Flyer

A special congratulations to Ian Sharp, who captured the Division II Wrestling State Championship.  Ian beat his final opponent 1 - 0.

Congratulations to eighth grade student, Macey Stancato for placing first place at The Vindicator 84th Regional Spelling Bee by spelling "sarcoidosis" correctly.

She will now have the opportunity to compete at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, DC.

West Branch Lady Girls' Basketball Regional Championship Game
Saturday, March 11, 2017
7:00 -- Barberton High School
Advance Tickets -- $7.00
Tickets at Door -- $8.00

Tickets are on sale:
Thursday, March 9 -- 8:00 -- 7:00
Friday, March 10 -- 8:00 -- 6:00
(West Branch earns a portion of this money.)

Also Note:  $2 Parking at Barberton High School

Congratulations & Good Luck
Wrestling State Qualifiers

Dylan Miller
Ian Sharp
Christian Wayt


 

Please see the attachment for proposed changes and a list of state legislators you may contact.

Proposal

The Lady Warrior basketball team will move on to Regional tournament action on Wednesday, March 8.  They will play Padua Franciscan at Barberton High School at 8:00 p.m.

Pre-Sale tickets will be available the following times:
Sunday, March 5 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm (High School Gym Lobby)
Monday, March 6 from 8:00 am - 3:30 pm (Athletic Office)
Tuesday, March 7 from 8:00 - 3:30 pm (Athletic Office)
Tuesday, March 7 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Gym Lobby)
Wednesday, March 8 from 8:00 - 2:30 (Athletic Office)

West Branch will receive a percentage of ALL pre-sale tickets sold,
so buy your tickets early and come out to
support your Lady Warriors!!  
All pre-sale tickets will be $7; all tickets at the door will be $8.

**Reiminder there is also a $2 parking fee at Barberton High School
(555 Barber Road, Barberton).
 

GO WARRIORS!

Get your softball gear -- T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, shorts & sweat pants.
Contact any player or Coach Woods (330-257-4283) to order.
 
All orders are due by Tuesday, March 7, 2017!

Flyer

Good luck to Jamyson Robb as she competes at the State Swim Meet this weekend.

Congratulations Ethan Griffith!  He will attend the University of Mount Union in the Fall to continue his track career.

Congratulations to the West Branch High School visual arts students who recently participated in the regional Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. The work of thirteen students was submitted for judging for the show held at Youngstown State University’s Bliss Hall. Congratulations to Jayden Boggs, Bailey Byers, Isabella Campos, Barbara Cernakova, Willow Daley, Hunter Gillingham, Canaan McDaniel, Paige Miller, Amber Mondak, Olivia Ormiston, Bailey Snyder, Sarrah Tennfoss, and Whitney Wallace for their honorable mention entries.

 A special congratulations goes out to Isabella Campos who, on her mixed media entry, received a Gold Key award. This gold key award makes her eligible for a possible national gold key.

Saturday, February 25, 2017

3:00 - 7:00 p.m at West Branch High School Cafeteria

Sponsored by the W.B. Athletic Boosters & Girls Softball

Meal consists of all you can eat spaghetti, toss salad, bread & butter, dessert and beverage.

11 and Up -- $8.00     Children (4-10) -- $4.00
Three and Under -- Free

On Thursday, February 16, 2017, the West Branch Local Schools will conduct a “Parent /Teacher Conference Program”.  Conferences are held to develop a better understanding of a student’s progress and will be of mutual benefit as we work together on behalf of each student.

If you have not received a request to meet with your child's teacher and wish to do so, please contact your child's school.

Congratulations to Jenna Smith and Ian Sharp for continuing their athletic careers after graduation.  Jenna signed with Edinboro, while Ian signed with Wayne State.

The West Branch Middle School PIE is starting a WB Community Business Directory page on the West Branch Local Schools' webpage.  This directory will be a way our community can support local businesses by having a reference place to find contact information for these businesses.  Whether you have a business located in our school district, or you live in our community and own a business, we would like to help others find out about you and support you!

Click here for additional advertising information in the directory.

West Branch Preschool recently received a 5-Star Rating from the State of Ohio. This rating means that West Branch Preschool engages in the highest quality education for all preschool students and families. We would not be able to achieve this honor without our students, parents and especially our amazing staff! West Branch would like to extend a special congratulations to the Preschool Staff, lead teachers, Kathie Menegay, Tricia Barkee and Katie Whaley, assistant teachers, Hannah Dunn, Jackie Mabry and Sarah Francis, as well as program coordinator, Allison Krupko and administrator, Micki Egli. What a wonderful accomplishment by all!

Into the Woods

Friday, February 10 @ 7:30
Saturday, February 11 @ 7:30
Sunday, February 12 @ 2:00

West Branch High School Auditorium

Adults -- $12             Students & Senior Citizens -- $10

Call 330-938-4442 for more information.

Poster

Due to the weather all West Branch Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 10, 2017.

Softball Clinics will be held for all girls in K - 6th grade in January and February.  Please click on the Grade Level flyers below to print, fill out and return to your child's gym teacher by no later than Friday, January 13, 2017

The Sebring-West Branch Girls Fastpitch League will be holding sign ups for the 2017 summer league at each clinic.  

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade                         3rd - 6th Grades

On December 22, 2016 the West Branch Board of Education took action to revise the 2016 -- 2017 school calendar.  Please be aware that two new professional development days were added for this school year.   Therefore, school WILL NOT be in session on Friday, March 10th and Tuesday, April 18th, 2017.  These will now be staff in-service days.

Please click on the link below for our preschool application.  All applications are due by March 10, 2017.  Please mail completed applications to West Branch Middle School, 14409 Beloit Snodes Road, Beloit, OH  44609.  Applications may also be dropped off to the Middle School Office.

Preschool Flyer                    Preschool Application

Due to the cancellation of the Band Concert on Tuesday, December 13, we have rescheduled the concert for Tuesday, December 20 at 7:00 at the High School Auditorium at 7:00.  Students need to report at 6:30.

Middle School Concert Canceled for December 13, 2016

Show Choir Festival
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
7:00 p.m.
High School Auditorium

Congratulations to Camden Lane, Xander Culbertson, Nick Wilson,  Alex Jones, Chloe Dennison, and Josie Milliken!

Great Job to all of our participants!

Go WARRIORS!!!

Flyer

New This Year
West Branch Spirit Store

Where:  Fieldhouse Lobby
When:   During Boys' Basketball Games
What:    West Branch Spirit Items (Shirts, Hoodies and Other Spirit Items)

Free t-shirt will be given with the first 100 purchases beginning Saturday, December 3!

See you at the game.

Thanksgiving Break

November 23 - November 28, 2016
(November 28 -- Inservice for Staff -- No Classes)

OMEA District 5

 Middle School Honors Band

Congratulations to Alaya Kiser, Justin Cederbloom, Abby Stephens, and Cheyenne Saulsberry of the West Branch Middle School Band for being selected to participate in the District 5 Middle School Honors Band. The honors band is sponsored by the Ohio Music Education Association. Students are selected from all over Trumbull, Ashtabula, and Mahoning counties to participate in this special advanced musical ensemble.

An extra special congratulations goes out to Alaya Kiser for earning first chair clarinet in the ensemble!

Their experience will conclude with a concert at Stambaugh Auditorium on Saturday, November 19^th at noon.

The Eastern Ohio Education Partnerships issued Knox & WBMS the Excellence in Education Award for Progress (Value-Added) on the 2015-2016 School Report Card.

Congratulations to ALL staff and students for their efforts to achieve this success!

Our Knox annual food drive will begin on Monday, November 7th.  Our bonus items/days are:

Monday 11/7 - Spaghetti noodles and sauce, canned spaghetti and ravioli

Tuesday 11/8 - Personal hygiene items (ex: toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo and conditioner) NO TRAVEL ITEMS PLEASE, also canned veggies

Wednesday 11/9 - Tuna, peanut butter, jelly and sloppy joe sauce

Thursday 11/10 - Soups and hamburger/tuna helper and stuffing

Friday 11/11 - Breakfast foods and MONEY ($1.00 = 1 item), boxed/instant potatoes

Show Your Warrior Spirit

Order Your Girls' Basketball Shirts Now - November 19th

Short Sleeve T-Shirt -- $10
Long Sleeve T-Shirt -- $12
Crew Sweatshirt -- $18
Hooded Sweatshirt -- $24
(Green, Black or White Available)

The Boys’ and Girls’ Warrior Basketball programs will be holding their 2nd Annual Basketball Tip Off Dinner on Saturday, November 12th at 6:00 at Boneshakers in Salem!  The event includes: Dinner, Music, a Silent Auction, a Reverse Raffle and fun for all that attend.
 

Silent Auction items include:
Mid Court Cleveland Cavs Tickets
Cleveland Browns Tickets
Home Items
Gifts and Much More!
 

Tickets are: $50 for one or $75 for two and can be purchased from any basketball parent.  You can also call Coach Montgomery (330-704-7199) or Coach DeShields (330-717-4672) for more information!

Hope to see you there

Tackle Cancer & March for the Cure

West Branch Warriors vs. Salem Quakers Football Game

Saturday, October 29, 2016
7:00 p.m.

Pink Out -- Wear Pink

Sponsored by Chevy All Stars & Stratton Chevrolet

Advanced Tickets -- $7/Adults -- $4 Students
(Available at all West Branch Schools)

All tickets at the gate are $7.

Dinner Show
Nunsense

Friday, November 25 -- Dinner 6:00/Show 7:30
Saturday, November 26 -- Dinner 6:00/Show 7:30
Sunday, November 27 -- Dinner 4:00/Show 5:30

Cavatelli Dinner & Show -- $15
All Seats Reserved
Available Online @ wbmusic.org or Call 330-938-4442
Poster

South Pacific

November 4 -- 7:30
November 5 -- 7:30
November 6 -- 2:00

Adults $12          Students/Seniors $10
Call 330-938-4442 for reservations.
Poster

Come out and support your favorite team as the Junior Girls take on the Senior Girls in a game of Football.  This fun filled event is open to all sports fans. Your attendance is appreciated!  Any Junior or Senior girl interested in playing must sign up in the HS Main Office.

Date:  November 1, 2016

Time:  6:00 p.m.

Location:  Clinton Heacock Stadium @ West Branch High School

Cost:  $2 per person

West Branch Set to Host 2016
NBC Cross Country Championships

Saturday, October 15, 2016
Copeland Oaks -- Sebring

click here -- Additional Information

Student - Parent - Community Survey Link

I am gathering information during my entry period as the new Superintendent of Schools.

Please follow the link and answer the questions.  Thank you for your honest feedback and Go Warriors!

All responses remain anonymous, however, if you wish to be contacted for a follow up interview, please leave your name and telephone number at the end of the survey.

Timothy Saxton, Superintendent

The Survey Link is:

https://docs.google.com/a/wbwarriors.org/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHwXcvBSKjpIMbnwnvEpWFUkhQgdgMtB7cgtjpg8Mxjv0Zsw/viewform

(Open to K - 6 Students)

Friday, October 14, 2016
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

West Branch High School Gym

Spirit Week (9/26-9/30)!  

Below are the themes:

Monday:  Tie-dye/Neon day

Tuesday: Twin Day/Look Alike Day

Wednesday: Mismatch/Crazy Outfit Day

Thursday: American Day

Friday: Green and White Day

GO WARRIORS!!!

                    Congratulations to our Fall Homecoming Court

Homecoming festivities will begin on Friday, September 30 @ 6:30 p.m. at the Varsity Football Game vs. Alliance. Candidates are:

Bottom Row L-R:  Bailey Polinori, Deanna Pagnucco, Shae Haas  
Top Row L-R:  Taylor Miller, Brenna Rito, Alexis Hatton and Maddie Buehler

Due to wiring issues the bus garage has no access to telephones and internet, including email.  We are currently working on the issues, but will not be resolved for a few days.

If you need assistance during this time, please call your building principal/secretary or the Superintendent's Office at 330-938-9324.

Cheerleading Camp
(Open to K - 8 Students)

Friday, October 14, 2016
8:30 - 12:30

West Branch Middle School

Any questions, please contact Mrs. Ginocchi at 330-938-4336.

 

Threats or suspicious activity can be reported by calling or texting 844-SAFEROH or follow the link for more information.

https://saferschools.ohio.gov/content/tip_line_information

2016 Hall of Fame Festivities

Friday, September 9, 2016:

5:00 - 6:30 p.m. - Tailgate Party - South end of the Meiter Bldg. - Open to the Public

6:35 p.m. - HOF Inductee Introductions Track/50 Yard Line - Admission Required

7:00 p.m. - Varsity Football Game vs. Southeast Pirates - Admission Required

9:30 p.m. - Post Game Reception inside the Meiter Bldg. South end entrance - Open to the Public

Saturday, September 10, 2016:

6:30 p.m. HOF Dinner - WBHS Cafeteria

7:30 p.m. Induction Ceremony - WBHS Auditorium - Open to the Public

Congratulations to our Class of 2016 HOF Inductees

Carson Bonar (posthumously)     Jason Candle, Class of 1997

Michael Stock, Class of 1997     Anita Sposetta, Class of 1987

Lee Kirksey, Class of 1985     Mike Butcher, Class of 1979

New staff orientation was held for all new teachers and administrators.  Welcome Danielle Aeschbacher, Treva Cline, Erin Gillingham, Stephanie Lantzer, Kent Paulini, Caitlin Reash, David Reel, Timothy Saxton, Jessica Scullion, Alyssa Stitzel, Lisa Tornincasa, Kerry Varble, Kathryn Whaley, Heidi Wilhelm and Jorri Zmuda.

Mr. Timothy Saxton, Superintendent of West Branch Local Schools is pleased to announce that Mrs. Caitlin Reash has been named as the new Damascus Elementary School Principal.  She will replace Mr. Matthew Manley who was recently named Superintendent of the Crestview Local School District and will officially begin her new duties on August 12th.

Mrs. Reash is a graduate of West Branch High School and received her undergraduate and master’s degree from the University of Mount Union.  She has a background in early childhood education and psychology.  She has taught the last six years in the East Liverpool and Crestview school districts.

Mrs. Reash added,” I would like to thank the West Branch Board of Education for giving me the opportunity to come home and work with the community that helped make me who I am today.  I am honored to take over where Mr. Manley left off.  These are big shoes to fill, but I am excited and ready for the challenge.”

Mrs. Reash looks forward to working with the staff, students and parents.  Please stop by and meet her during the Damascus Elementary Open House on Tuesday, September 6^th from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

August 26 - 8:00-3:00 - Schedule Pick-up for students in grades 6-8 in front of building

August 29 - 4:30-5:30 - Grade 5 Schedule Pick-up and Open House - in front of building & grade 5 classrooms

August 29 - 5:30-6:30 - Grade 5 and New Student Orientation in the Cafeteria

September 7 - First Day of School

     7:10-7:30 - Students arrive - Students riding in cars need to arrive at the back of the building

     7:35 - Tardy Bell

     2:40 - Student Dismissal - Parents who pick up their children in cars need to use the back of the building

The West Branch Local School District was saddened to learn of the death of Mrs. Bergen (Bauman) Bryan, kindergarten teacher at Damascus Elementary.  Mrs. Bryan passed away July 31, 2016.

The West Branch School District Staff, School Board, and Administration express their deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Bryan.  Bergen’s family has scheduled calling hours for Friday, August 5th from 4:00 to 8:00 and the funeral for Saturday, August 6th at 2:00.  All services will be held at Damascus United Methodist Church on Valley Road.

​Mr. Timothy Saxton, Superintendent and the administrative team have been in contact and are coordinating efforts to provide counseling and support.   Members of the West Branch Ministerial Association and staff members will be on hand to assist students and staff.  If further information becomes available, it will be shared via this website or by the “rapid call” system.

Student All-Event Pass -- $50

Adult 10 Game Pass -- $50

Senior Citizen's Pass (Age 62+) -- $50

Family Pass -- $250
(2 Adults/Up to 4 Children)

General ticket prices have increased:
JV/Varsity Events
$7 (adults) & $4 (students)

Freshmen & Middle School events
$5 (adults) & $2 (students)
 

Please call the Athletic Office @ 330-938-4408 for additional information.

Saturday, August 20, 2016

Westville Lake Golf Course

Four Person Scramble
$50 Per Person/$200 Per Team

(Includes Doughnuts & Coffee, Lunch, Beverages, 18 Holes
of Golf, Prize Money, Cart and More)

Flyer/Registration

Attention Students Entering
7th & 12th Grades

Effective 2016 -- 2017 School Year
All students entering the seventh & twelfth grades must have the meningococcal vaccine.
Seventh grade students must also receive Tdap/Td.

All updated immunization records must be received in the office by August 26, 2016.
 

ODE Information

Open House

September 6, 2016
4:00 - 6:00
 

Freshmen Orientation
Friday, August 26, 2016
1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Auditorium

3:30 p.m. Parent Meeting

All incoming Freshmen are encouraged to attend!  Students will receive their schedules, receive a building tour, get their locker information, have a practice run of the schedule including lunch, fun, prizes and so much more.  Don't miss this event to help prepare you for your first day of High School.  

Congratulations and good luck to Sophia Gregory, fourth grader at Knox Elementary, as she travels to California this week to participate in the National Pitch, Hit, and Run competition. Sophia won in her age group at the local level during school in April.  She then moved on to compete in Kent where she advanced to Cleveland.  Sophia participated and won in Cleveland which sends her to California to participate in the National Competition.

There are three participants in each age group that move on to Nationals.  Sophia is participating against two girls from California.  Sophia will get to experience the Home Run Derby, All Star game, along with participating in the Pitch, Hit, and Run! Again, GOOD LUCK to Sophia! We are so proud of you!

Monday, July 11, 2016

Band Lessons Scheduled for Middle School

Will Be at High School Today

Last night the West Branch Board of Education awarded six Innovative Technology Grants.  Congratulations to Susan Baldwin (Middle School), Marian Gainor (Knox Elementary), Liz Kadvan/Jessica Crider (Damascus Elementary), Carrie Utt (Damascus Elementary), McKenzie Wallace (High School) and Abigail Zimmerman/Karen Coffee (Knox Elementary).

These grants are based on proposals of innovative use of technology in the classroom that are aligned with Ohio's Learning Standards and that will lead to increased student achievement, growth, learning and engagement.  

A special thank you to the West Branch Board of Education for being committed to awarding educators money to create a more efficient learning environment and to increase student productivity.

5th Grade Open House 

6th, 7th & 8th New Student Orientation

This past Saturday, Rob Lozier placed third in the 300m hurdles at the Division II OHSAA Northeast Regional Meet.  His time of 39.5 seconds earns him an opportunity to compete this weekend at the state meet. Congratulations to Rob on his accomplishment.

Congratulations to all the contestants in the Damascus Spelling Bee.  We thank you for your courage to stand before students and families. Everyone was awesome!   The contestants were: Shelby Grimm, Aaron Tucker, Eden Kutz, Cole Sanor, Kyle Day, Elena Mackall, Nicole Stoffer, Kenneth Starcher, Isaac Holbrook, Logan Klemann, Max Cutchall, Isabella Threet, Grant Boyle, Justus Mohr, Rylie Hendershott, Lauren Gossett, Boston Mulinix, Lane Lippiatt, Aydin Creque, Bryant Madison, Morgan Tennis.

Elena Mackall was the champion and Aaron Tucker was the runner-up. Both received Barnes and Noble giftcards from PIE!

Be a superhero! Read.............................. We have lots of activities for the week of May 16. You can be any charachter you like! Click on the link and examine all the activities.

Right to Read Week Activities

Warrior Football
Annual Golf Scramble
Saturday, June 4, 2016 -- 1:00 p.m.

Sleepy Hollow Country Club
374 Homeworth Rd
Alliance, Ohio 44601

18 Hole Four Man Scramble
Cart, Dinner, Beverages
$60 per Person ~ $240 a Team

Additional Information

In December, the West Branch Ruriteens collected items to send to a 1989 West Branch Grad in the military.   Col. Paul Nosak in the United States Air Force is a 1989 West Branch Graduate and was stationed at the embassy in Afghanistan at that time.  The Ruriteens sent him a box of items to let him know how much his sacrifices are appreciated by those of us here at home.  Col. Nosak has recently returned to the States and was in the area visiting family.  He stopped by the high school to present the Ruriteens and the High School with a flag that he flew over the embassy during his deployment.  He presented the flag encased in a beautiful plaque that can be viewed in the office area.  The Ruriteens would like to thank Col. Paul Nosak and his family for the sacrifices that they have made in service to our country in the Armed Services and wish him continued safety in his service.

2016 WBEA Year-end Picnic and Recognition Night
on Friday, May 13, 2016 at the Pavilion 
at the home of Phil and Glenda Sharp
12995 Beloit-Snodes Rd, Beloit, OH 44609

Invitation Form to RSVP 

PIE is busy planning for next school year. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey. Paper copies have already come home!

DAMASCUS PARENT SURVEY

The West Branch Local School District will accept Open Enrollment applications for the 2016-2017 school year starting at 8:00 am on Friday, April 15th through Friday, May 13, 2016 until 4:00 pm.  Completed applications need to be returned to the Superintendent's Office located inside West Branch High School.  

Inter OE Guidelines & Application

(This is for all K-12 students who live outside of the WBLSD)

Intra OE Guidelines & Application

(This is for West Branch Residents ONLY for Grades K-4th)

Damascus Elementary would like thank the Mahoning County Green Team and PIE for helping to pay for the Grade 1 field trip to OH WOW. Click on the link below for lunch instructions.

LUNCH

Environmental Club
Plant Sale
Orders Taken Through April 29th
Plant Pick Up Day -- May 4th

Brochure

For additional information, please contact
Mrs. Wagner at 330-938-4427.
 

Football Camp
Grades 1 - 9
June 6 - 7, 2016
$20 -- Early Registration

Additional Information

Parents,

Please click the link below to see which classes test on what days. we will be testing almost everyday for a month. It is vital that students attend.

TESTING DATES

Spaghetti Dinner & Festival of Bands

West Branch High School
Friday, April 29, 2016

Spaghetti Dinner
4:30 - 7:00
Tickets -- $7.00

Festival of Bands
7:30 p.m.
High School Gym
Concert is free to the public and presented by the
West Branch Band Students (Grades 5 - 12).

Sponsored by West Branch Band Boosters

MoreInfo

Les Miserables

Friday, April 22 -- Dinner Show
5:30 Dinner -- 7:30 Show
$25 per person
Saturday, April 23
2:00 & 7:30
Adults -- $12     Students/Seniors -- $10
Sunday, April 24
2:00
Adults -- $12     Students/Seniors -- $10

For reservations call 330-938-4442 or online at www.wbmusic.org.

Poster

West Branch Warrior Track & Field
Apparel Fundraiser

Clothing Is In

Please Pick Up in High School Office
 

West Branch Local Schools is recognized by the National Association of Music Merchants as "Best Community for Music Education in the United States".  We are among 32 Ohio school districts and 476 across the country to earn this recognition.

The organization recognizes outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders who work together to ensure access to music-learning for all students as part of the school curriculum.

We have confirmed that one bed bug was found in one of the pre-school rooms located at West Branch Middle School this morning (March 31, 2016).

The room has been isolated and afternoon pre-school has been cancelled for this afternoon.  We are having the room professionally sanitized.

I am sure you are aware this area of Ohio is experiencing a lot of reports of bed bugs.  Bed bugs are a nuisance, but not disease carriers (please see the link below for additional information) or go to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at www.cdc.gov.  

Additional Information

Are you aware of what your child may be doing on their cell phone? Be an informed parent and attend an evening seminar held at the Mahoning County Career Center on April 19th. Hit the link below and get more information!

DIGITAL DANGER FLYER

Church Basement Ladies
Dinner Theater

March 18 & 19, 2016
West Branch Middle School Cafetorium
Dinner 6:00 p.m. -- Show 7:30 p.m.
Dinner & Show -- $15

Call 330-938-4442 for reservations.

Church Ladies
 

Donkey Basketball

March 9, 2016
7:00 p.m.
West Branch High School Gym

$6 Advanced Tickets     $8 Tickets At Door

Four Team Tournament
(Senior, High School, Middle School & Elementary)

Fun Friend/Family Event
Free donkey rides for all children who are accompanied by a parent.

If you have any questions or would like to purchase tickets,
please call 330-938-2183.

West Branch Track & Field Night
@ Chipotle

Monday, February 22, 2016
5:00 p.m. -- 8:00 p.m.

50% of Proceeds will benefit the Track Team --
just show the attached flyer.

Flyer

West Branch High School & Teens for Jeans

Collecting Gently Worn Jeans
(For Homeless in America)

February 19 - February 29, 2016

Collection Bins in High School Cafeteria

2016 Winter Homecoming Queen

Miss Elsa Buehler

West Branch Presents
King & I

Friday, February 12 - Sunday, February 14, 2016

7:30 Shows on Friday & Saturday
2:00 Shows on Saturday & Sunday

Please call 330-938-4442 for tickets.

The West Branch Board of Education is currently searching for a new superintendent.  Qualified candidates interested in applying should submit their information by February 29th.  For additional information, please see the attached brochure.

Superintendent Search Brochure